Winter Highway Maintenance Worker 2 – Area 3 | Multiple Locations

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Washington; On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal Work

Holiday Pay

Benefits

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks multiple Highway Maintenance Worker 2 positions for the winter season across North Central Region locations (Brewster, Coulee City, Electric City, Mansfield, Tonasket, Twisp).

The roles involve snow removal, road repair, catch basin maintenance, debris removal, and traffic control. Positions are non-permanent, 3–6 months, with 40 hours weekly and 10-hour shifts; nights, weekends, and emergencies may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience performing routine and emergency highway maintenance including pavement repair, drainage, erosion control, and debris removal.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, sweepers, and snowplows.
• Knowledge of safety policies including fall protection and hazard handling; ability to follow PASP procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain highways for safe travel by performing snow and ice control and debris removal.
• Perform routine highway maintenance: pavement, drainage, erosion, sign/guardrail repairs, vegetation management, roadside cleanup.
• Operate and maintain a wide range of highway maintenance equipment (snowplows, loaders, excavators, paving equipment, etc.).
• Install, repair, and maintain highway infrastructure and roadside features (catch basins, ditches, attenuators, landscaping).
• Respond to emergencies with traffic control, flagging, and coordinating with external agencies.

Skills

Highway maintenance

Heavy equipment operations

Safety awareness

Technical & administrative proficiency

Teamwork

Growth mindset

Service-oriented

Education

Class B CDL with N endorsement

CDL Medical Card

First Aid Certification

Washington State Flagging Card

Class A CDL with N endorsement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Timekeeping software

Maintenance tracking systems

Job description

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking multiple non-permanent Highway Maintenance Worker positions to join our North Central Region Area 3 maintenance teams in Brewster, Coulee City, Electric City, Mansfield, Tonasket, and Twisp for the winter maintenance season. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who are mechanically inclined and enjoy working outdoors. The successful candidates will perform a variety of skilled tasks including operating snow removal equipment, repairing roadways, maintaining culverts and catch basins, removing debris, and providing traffic control for these operations. If you are dedicated to protecting the public from driving hazards and enjoy working outdoors, consider applying for this position.

What to Expect

These positions perform work that is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors, often next to high-volume, high-speed traffic and may require standing for extended periods of time. HMW2s may work at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water and traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain. A typical schedule is 40 hours per week, for four (4), 10-hour shifts. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required to respond to non-scheduled or call-out emergencies.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 will:

• Maintain highways for safe, open travel by performing snow and ice control, operating snowplows and deicing equipment, removing avalanche and slide debris, hauling materials, and maintaining stockpile sites.
• Perform routine highway maintenance, including pavement repair, drainage and culvert maintenance, erosion and slide repair, sign and guardrail repair, fence maintenance, vegetation management, and roadside cleanup.
• Operate and maintain a wide variety of highway maintenance equipment, including Class A, B, and C equipment, such as snow and ice response vehicles, hydraulic excavators, loaders, graders, cranes, paving equipment, sweepers, Vactor, and attenuator trucks.
• Install, repair, and maintain highway infrastructure and roadside features, including catch basins, sedimentation facilities, ditches, impact attenuators, landscaped areas, and other state right-of-way assets.
• Respond to emergencies and roadway incidents by establishing traffic control, flagging traffic, supporting lane and road closures, and coordinating responses with external agencies.
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on vehicles, equipment, and hand tools, including cleaning, greasing, sharpening power saws and chains, and completing other preventative maintenance activities.
• Remove graffiti and highway debris, including danger tree removal.
• Document daily work activities, track and maintain inventory, and prepare damage estimates as needed.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Highway and Roadway Maintenance Expertise: Demonstrated experience performing routine and emergency maintenance on highways, roadways, and related infrastructure including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, and debris removal. Ability to assess maintenance needs and perform repairs to highway structures, roadside features, and landscapes.
• Heavy Equipment Operations: Skilled in operating and maintaining heavy equipment (e.g.front-end loaders, tractor mowers, sweepers, flushers, truck-mounted attenuators, backhoe, vactor, 32,000-60,000 GVW Dump truck with snowplow and chemical deicer attachments)
• Safety Awareness & Compliance: Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling. Ability to participate in the creation and implementation of Pre-Activity Safety Plans (PASP) and attend regular safety training.
• Technical & Administrative Proficiency: Ability to use electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating. Proficient in standard computer applications including Microsoft Office and email communication.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently in the field. Capable of leading a crew in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3, demonstrating sound decision-making and leadership skills.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

The following qualifications are also required:

• Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement and without airbrake restrictions.
• Possession of a valid CDL Medical Card.
• Possession of a Washington State Flagging Card or the ability to obtain one within two (2) months of hire.
• Possession of a First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency callouts/stand‑by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Ability to traverse rough, steep terrain and work elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Licensing and Endorsements: Possession of a valid Class A CDL with N endorsement without airbrakes restriction.
• Policy and Procedure Application: Ability to interpret, comprehend, and implement plans, policies, and procedures in daily operations that include snow and ice control, traffic control, and roadway safety.
• Highway and Roadway Maintenance Expertise: Demonstrated ability to perform highway maintenance activities, including skilled tasks such as operating equipment, conducting snow and ice control, implementing traffic control, and performing roadway, drainage, and roadside repair.

Important Notes

• This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions throughout the North Central Region, Area 3 (Brewster, Coulee City, Electric City, Mansfield, Tonasket, and Twisp). This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• These are non-permanent positions with an expected duration of 3-6 months through the winter maintenance season.
• Applications will be evaluated throughout this recruitment process, with the first review date on 9/2/26. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer positions at any time thereafter. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
• The recruiting efforts for these positions may be extended beyond the displayed closing date until all available positions have been filled.
• These positions are not eligible for remote work.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union‑represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non‑represented positions can be found in Chapter 357‑28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• WSDOT does not use the E‑Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT

• Seasonal Work – Great for those who are looking for winter seasonal work, with the potential of coming back next year.
• Career Possibilities – Great way to get your foot in the door and see if a career in Highway Maintenance/State Service is something you would enjoy.
• Holiday Pay – Winter is also holiday season! This opportunity provides up to 5 paid holidays within this non‑perm duration.
• Utilize Expertise – Share your knowledge and experience with others.
• Build Your Resume – Learn new transferable skills to add to your resume.
• Benefits – Some positions may be eligible for medical and retirement benefits. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E‑Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

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