Highway Maintenance Worker 2 Two Positions (Non-Permanent) | Morton

Highway Maintenance Worker 2 Positions

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 to fill two non-permanent Highway Maintenance Worker 2 positions in Morton, WA. The selected candidates will assist with the area's maintenance and repair of the state highways and highway structures to ensure the traveling public's safety. Under the direction of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor and Highway Maintenance Worker 3, these journey level positions will serve as members of the regional maintenance organization and will perform asphalt and concrete maintenance, traffic control, repair and installation of guardrail and signs, and culvert and drainage maintenance. Working in the maintenance area requires responsible, safety-minded individuals to perform a variety of skilled labor tasks and operate highway equipment and tools. These opportunities are perfect for someone who enjoys working with their hands, knowing their work is done on roadways and in a variety of weather conditions.

These positions perform work that is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors and often next to high-volume, high-speed traffic; HMW2 may work at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water. Work may also include traversing in rough, steep, and uneven terrain. Typical schedules are day or night shift, Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday, 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 these roles, the Highway Maintenance Workers will :

• Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair; apply concrete, asphalt and synthetic materials.
• Perform drainage maintenance; sign maintenance and repair; guardrail, fence and impact attenuator installation and repair.
• Perform tree removal and vegetation management.
• Track, document and report daily work activities, account for inventory and inventories highway section.
• Perform snow and ice control, including application of anti-icing compounds to road surface with truck mounted equipment, loading trucks, hauling materials such as sand, gravel and other items, and maintaining stockpile sites.
• Design and set up traffic control; full road or bridge closures; perform traffic control; and conduct moving and stational traffic control operations.
• Operate Class A, B and C highway equipment as designated on the approved Department of Transportation Equipment List (TEF) for highway maintenance.
• Act as a first responder at accident scenes, spills, or other emergency situations.
• Perform maintenance and minor repair on equipment and hand tools.

To be considered for these opportunities, the following are required :

Practical knowledge of highway maintenance practices including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, and debris removal.

Proficiency in operating and maintaining a variety of Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles in accordance with WSDOT standards.

Knowledge of traffic control practices following the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling.

Skilled in the use of electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating (e.g., HATS, WZDB, TSMS).

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently in the field.

Demonstrated commitment to learning and growth. The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

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

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have :

Demonstrated ability to perform snow removal and anti-icing operations. Skilled in safely and efficiently operating plow trucks and the application of de-icing materials to maintain roadway safety during winter weather events.

Familiarity with regional geography, road networks, and environmental conditions to support effective maintenance and response activities.

Comprehensive experience across multiple maintenance disciplines demonstrating versatility. Ability to perform a broad range of roadway, facility, and equipment maintenance tasks.

This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) non-permanent vacancies and may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. These are non-permanent opportunities, expected to last up to six (6) months. 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 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code. These positions may be 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 .

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 individual's lifestyle.

Paid Leave In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees 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.

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 :