Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (Part-Time Non-Permanent)

Highway Maintenance Worker 1

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!

WSDOT is currently seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Highway Maintenance Worker 1. In this role, you will perform semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and janitorial duties to ensure rest areas and related facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming for the traveling public. You will also assist motorists and help maintain WSDOT's commitment to safety, reliability, and service. This position plays a vital role in supporting WSDOT's mission by keeping facilities in excellent condition and promoting a positive travel experience for all who use Washington's transportation system.

This position may require working weekends and holidays and may involve responding to emergency calls outside of scheduled hours. Employees must be prepared for emergency situations in any weather, 24 / 7, and may work long hours, including nights and rotational shifts. Standby and call-back may be needed occasionally.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 will :

• Clean and disinfect restrooms, including floors, walls, fixtures, and dispensers, ensuring facilities are sanitary and fully operational.
• Remove trash, graffiti, gum, and debris from restrooms, sidewalks, and surrounding areas to maintain a clean environment.
• Refill restroom supplies, replace air filters and light bulbs, and perform minor maintenance on drains, toilets, and sinks.
• Maintain exterior areas by emptying trash containers, cleaning picnic tables, benches, and display cases, and removing litter from grounds.
• Operate equipment such as plows, blowers, and shovels to remove snow and apply salt to walkways and parking areas during winter months.
• Repair or replace fixtures, plumbing, and minor electrical components, including faucets, dispensers, lights, and heating systems.
• Maintain landscaping by mowing, trimming, weeding, and repairing irrigation systems to keep grounds neat and functional.
• Participate in safety meetings and training sessions, open and close rest areas, and assist the traveling public as needed.

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

In addition to the above, the following is also required :

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have :

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 and inside rest area facilities in all weather conditions. Duties involve working at various heights and ground levels, sometimes in confined spaces or on uneven terrain. Employees may be exposed to chemicals, cleaning agents, fuels, sanitary waste, and other hazardous materials. The role requires the ability to manipulate and transport up to 50 pounds, as well as use electronic equipment, small engines, power tools, and hand tools.

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. 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.

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.