About the Department

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 a Highway Maintenance Worker 3 Lead to serve as a member of the North Central Region’s (NCR) maintenance organization, located in Chelan, WA. Under the direction of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor, this position operates a wide variety of highway equipment and tools while leading and working alongside a crew of Highway Maintenance Workers to perform maintenance and repair activities on a designated sub-section of state highway. This position supports roadway preservation and incident response efforts to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce, while providing day-to-day leadership and guidance to assigned crew members. This position supports WSDOT’s strategic goals by providing maintenance necessary for the continued safe and reliable movement of people, goods, and services across the state.

What to Expect

This position performs work that is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, and often next to high-volume, high-speed traffic that may require standing for extended periods of time. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 40-hours per week, for 4, 10-hour shifts. Days, nights, weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non-scheduled or call-out emergencies. Winter Evening shift may be required.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker 3 will:

• Lead assigned Highway Maintenance crew in the daily performance of roadway maintenance and operational activities, including providing direction, planning work, and training crew members. 
• Perform and direct asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair using concrete, asphalt, and synthetic material. 
• Maintain drainage system, including catch basin, sedimentation facility, and ditch, and perform erosion and slide repair activity. 
• Conduct roadside maintenance activity including sign repair, guardrail and impact attenuator installation, vegetation management, danger tree removal, and litter and debris removal. 
• Haul and handle material such as rip rap, hot and cold asphalt, sand, and gravel to support maintenance operation. 
• Provide equipment instruction and training to personnel, and track, document, and report daily work activity including inventory and K-job paperwork. 
• Lead snow and ice control operation, including loading truck, operating spreader equipment, and maintaining stockpile site. 
• Respond to emergency situations by establishing traffic control, supporting incident response and first responder activity, coordinating with external agency, and assisting in unlawful dwelling cleanup and removal following required safety protocol.

Qualifications

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

• Roadway Maintenance and Equipment Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in roadway maintenance, snow and ice operations, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent work requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Traffic Control Operations: Experience performing traffic control per MUTCD including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging.
• Culture of Respect: Experience contributing to a work environment that fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. 
• Service-Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to the competencies above, the following are also required:  

• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement and without restrictions.
• A valid Traffic Control/Flagging card.
• The ability to traverse steep, rough, and uneven terrain and work at elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water. 
• The ability to report in service to assigned duty station within 45 minutes of an after-hours call. 
• The ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency call-outs/stand-by.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Safety Compliance and Safe Work Practices: Experience adhering to safety policies and diligence in performing work in a safe manner. 
• Crew Leadership and Decision-Making: Experience leading and/or supervising crews, providing clear direction.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is 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 

• 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. 

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 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 . 

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at [email protected] . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-NCR-20161 in the subject line.