What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 - Seasonal position at State of Washington Dept. of Transportation?
Description
*Repost Chelan Position Only*
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 manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking to fill Seasonal Highway Maintenance Worker 2 positions. One position located in Chelan is still available. Under the direction of the Highway Maintenance Worker 3, these journey-level positions play an integral role in the regional maintenance organization. These positions are responsible for the upkeep and repair of highways and related structures to support the safe, reliable, and efficient flow of traffic. Utilizing a wide range of highway equipment and tools, this role performs skilled maintenance tasks in diverse weather and road conditions and may serve in a lead capacity during the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3. A strong candidate will demonstrate proficiency in operating heavy equipment, sound judgment in the field, effective communication skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.
What to Expect
These positions perform work that is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors and often next to high-volume, high-speed traffic that may require standing for extended periods of time; HMW2 may work at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water. Work may also include traversing in rough, steep, and uneven terrain. A typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, for 4, 10-hour days. 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 will:
- Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair.
- Maintain drainage facilities including catch basins, sedimentation facilities, and ditches.
- Maintain and/or repair guardrails, fences, and impact attenuator installation.
- Establish, maintain and/or repair trees, landscaped areas, to include planting and remediating sites.
- Haul materials such as rip rap, hot and cold asphalt, sand, gravel.
- Remove litter on state right-of-way to include animal remains and debris from roadways.
- Track, document, and report daily work activities.
- Account for inventory and inventories highway section.
- Perform snow and ice control.
- Operate 54,000 GVW trucks equipped with plow, sander, deicer applicator, and computerized control.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Licensing and Endorsements: Possession of a Washington State CDL Class B without airbrake restrictions and N (tanker) endorsement.
- Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Competence in operating and maintaining heavy equipment, trucks, or similar machinery for roadways, construction, or related activities.
- Technical and Digital Skills: Proficiency with basic computer and electronic tablet use to communicate, capture, and retrieve information.
- Work Competencies: Ability to perform roadway maintenance, construction, landscaping, farming, or related labor-intensive tasks. Capability to work independently and collaboratively in varying weather and road conditions.
In addition to the above competencies, the following are also required:
- Ability to safely transport, load, and unload materials and 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 respond to assigned duty station within 60 minutes for Stevens Pass and 45 minutes for Chelan of an after-hours callout.
- Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain and work elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Licensing and Endorsements: Ability to obtain and maintain a Washington State CDL Class A (without restrictions) with N (tanker) endorsement and no air brake restriction. A Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License.
- Traffic Control and Safety: Knowledge of traffic control procedures in compliance with MUTCD, including planning, placing signs, cones, or barrels, and performing flagging duties.
Important Notes
- A 10% assignment pay increase will be added for the Stevens Pass position.
- 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 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
- These are permanent seasonal positions.
- These positions are subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). 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
- Work-Life Balance– We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
- Paid Leave– In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance– Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. 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 recruiter listed.
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
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at sidra.fields@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference Seasonal HWM2 2S052m-1 in the subject line.
