Highway Maintenance Worker 2 | Seasonal

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 looking for a motivated Seasonal Highway Maintenance Worker 2 to join our team at Steven Pass, WA. This is a hands-on opportunity to put your skills to work maintaining Washington’s highways and keeping people, goods, and communities moving safely. Working alongside experienced maintenance professionals, you’ll operate a variety of highway equipment and tools while tackling everything from roadway and structure maintenance to repairs and other essential highway operations. If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, operating equipment, and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day, this could be the perfect seasonal opportunity for you!

What to Expect Work is generally performed Monday–Thursday on four 10-hour shifts; however, weekends, holidays, night work, and extended hours may be required for emergency response and non-scheduled callouts. The position requires the ability to report to the duty station within 45 minutes, respond in all weather conditions, and participate in rotational night, standby, and call-back assignments.

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

• Perform snow and ice control; load trucks while operating a front-end loader from stockpiles or pits;
• Operate snowplow and chemical deicer attachments for the application of anti-icing compounds and sand to road surfaces.
• Work together in a crew setting to effectively remove snow and ice from highways, work on mountain pass, avalanche/slide debris removal.
• Haul materials such as sand, gravel, and other items.
• Maintain stockpile sites.
• Pavement maintenance and repair; apply concrete, asphalt, synthetic materials.
• Drainage maintenance including catch basins, sedimentation facilities, culvert maintenance and repair, and roadside ditching; erosion and slide repair; sign maintenance and repair; guardrail and impact attenuator installation & repair; fence installation & repair.
• Danger tree removal, brush control, and vegetation management; establish, maintain, and repair landscaped areas.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance and minor mechanical repairs on equipment.
• Perform encampment clean-up and disposal.

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

• Licensing & Certification: Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement and without airbrakes restriction. Washington State Flagging Card (or ability to obtain within two (2) months of appointment). First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment). Valid CDL Medical card.
• 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:

• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency callouts/stand-by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• 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 demonstrate:

• Highway Maintenance Operations: Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of skilled highway maintenance activities, including operating maintenance equipment, conducting snow and ice control operations, implementing traffic control, and performing roadway, drainage, roadside, and highway structure repairs.
• Safety, Policies & Procedures: Demonstrated ability to interpret, understand, and consistently apply plans, policies, procedures, and safety requirements to daily highway maintenance operations, including snow and ice control, traffic control, and roadway safety.
• Commercial Driver’s License: Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an N endorsement and no air-brake restriction, with the ability to maintain the required license and endorsements.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions and often near moving traffic and heavy equipment, requiring heightened situational awareness and strict adherence to safety practices. The role involves physically demanding tasks, including deploying traffic control devices, flagging, and operating maintenance vehicles and equipment, with extended periods of standing and walking. Employees must wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• 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.
• 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 offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• 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 a 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:

• 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 recruiter listed.

Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at [email protected] . Please be sure to reference Seasonal Highway Maintenance Worker 2 #2S016 in the subject line.