Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a motivated and hard-working individual to join the Maintenance Crew in Naches, WA. The Highway Maintenance Worker 3 will need to be able to hit the ground running and lead an experienced team of Maintenance professionals responsible for performing a variety of highway, roadside, infrastructure, and right-of-way maintenance. This experienced technician will lead by example and display a strong ability to work under pressure in demanding conditions and maintain a safe and clean work environment. In this role, you must be dedicated to safety while coordinating and preforming daily work activities which include heavy equipment operations, providing roadway maintenance for sub-sections of highways, and performing snow and ice removal functions. This position may occasionally supervise a crew in the absence of the highway maintenance supervisor.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

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  Plan, schedule, organize, and direct the performance of budget and maintenance activities to accomplish the work.
• Serve as the crew lead of a maintenance team performing such work as inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining culverts, catch basins, and ditches; asphalt repairs of roadways; repairing guardrail and roadway surfaces; blading shoulders and removing debris; plowing snow and sanding/de-icing roads; and cutting brush.
• Patrol and inspect assigned highway and right of ways, documenting and reporting deficiencies of the roadway.
• Coordinate equipment and personnel with other area sections, White Pass, Toppenish and Selah.
• Document daily work and complete status reports.
• Assist supervisors with inventory of maintenance items, including ordering and tracking materials.
• Train others in equipment usage, safety, highway maintenance, and public relations.
• Lead crew during winter snow and ice operations, which includes directing crews on amounts and methods of applying winter chemicals and operating trucks with sander equipment.
• Utilize personal computer and tablet to maintain accurate records and reports for personnel, equipment, inventory, and materials.

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

• Comprehensive knowledge of heavy equipment used in road maintenance with two (2) years of experience operating and transporting heavy equipment such as a dump truck with plow, sander and deicer/anti-icing system, grader, excavator and/or snowblower.
• One (1) year of experience as a Highway Maintenance Worker 2, or Maintenance Specialist or two (2) years of experience as a Bridge Maintenance Technician 2, or Maintenance Specialist 2, or equivalent combination of experience.
• Commercial Driver License Class A with N endorsement and without air brakes restriction.
• A valid medical certificate.
• First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficient in operating 26,000 to 54,000 GVW dump trucks in the performance of routine highway maintenance and adverse weather conditions.
• A valid Traffic Control Flagger Card with experience performing traffic control per M54-44 or MUTCD including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proven leadership skills and abilities.
• Experience providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Experience adhering to safety policies and diligence in performing work in a safe manner.
• Experience leading and/or supervising crews, providing clear direction, and making good decisions under stressful conditions.
• Experience in working independently and prioritizing workload, with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Set an example with regular attendance and be prompt when reporting to work.

Preferred qualifications include:

• High School Graduation or GED certificate, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of state highways, roadsides, and right of ways of the surrounding area.
• Experience hauling/transporting heavy equipment.
• Understanding and experience dealing with public/private owned fleet and rental equipment.
• Experience resolving conflict or enforcing policies.
• Willingness to encourages development and be a mentor.

Important Notes

• In accordance with our collective bargaining agreements, employees in represented positions must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• 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.
• In additional to the salary range listed, a general wage increase of 4% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2023.
• 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. 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.

To be considered for this opportunity, please:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• 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 via email.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, S. Fields at fieldss@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference 23DOT-SCR-50316 in the subject line.