Highway Maintenance Worker 2 (In-Training) | Striping

Description

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation! 

The Opportunity

WSDOT looking for an enthusiastic career-minded individuals who want to make a difference to join our dynamic team in Wenatchee, WA, supporting the infrastructure of North Central Washington. Under the direction of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3, this journey-level position is a member of the regional maintenance organization. Operating a wide variety of highway equipment and tools, this position is responsible for maintenance of highway longline striping and winter maintenance of highways and highway structures to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. This position performs a variety of skilled maintenance tasks and may occasionally lead a crew in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3.
 

This is an in-training opportunity that offers a career path, hands-on learning, and mentorship and allows you to progress upward through the Highway Maintenance Worker series and achieve the goal class of a Highway Maintenance Worker 2. This opportunity is perfect for someone who loves working with their hands, knowing their work is done on roadways and roadsides in a variety of weather. By taking on this role, you are serving a key and vital function to the State of Washington.

What to Expect

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

• Perform day-to-day striping maintenance operations such as but not limited to: spotting and marking and calling out highway "no passing" zones, channelization, intersections and highway striping using contract plans, "no pass" log, and existing highway striping. 
• Drive a striping truck.
• Operate shoulder or centerline paint gun, using a computer-controlled skip timer console to select the proper paint lines and bead application. 
• Drive the rear support truck and operate the attached variable message sign, arrow board and impact attenuator to control traffic at the rear of the striping train. 
• Control traffic by operating the lead truck and variable message sign or act as early warning to traffic as a fourth warning vehicle in various striping train positions. 
• Haul and load materials may require using boom/forklift. 
• Work as part of a crew removing and installing new durable (plastic) roadway markings.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity at the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 level, the following are required:

• One (1) year of experience performing highway maintenance, logging, farming, excavation, heavy equipment, or equivalent. 
• A Washington State Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B without airbrake restrictions. Must have N (tanker) endorsement and current medical card obtained prior to employment.
• Must obtain Washington State CDL Class A driver’s license with endorsement “N” and without air brakes restriction and no transmission within 12 months of employment.

To be considered for this opportunity at the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 level, the following are required:

• Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with endorsement N and without air brakes restriction and no transmission restrictions, and valid medical card. 
• Two (2) years of experience performing highway maintenance, logging, farming, excavation, heavy equipment, or equivalent. 

In addition, candidates at either level will have:

• Ability to respond to emergency call outs, work nights, work different and/or extended shifts on short notice (days, nights, and weekends), and perform standby duty. 
• Ability to transport up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Ability to work in all weather conditions including confined spaces, uneven terrain, and next to fast high volume highway traffic. 
• Ability to operate heavy equipment, and hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills to communicate and retrieve information.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Washington State Traffic Control/Flagging Card
• First Aid Certification
• Crane Certificate

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• Obtaining your Commercial Driver’s License is made easier with WSDOT! We provide on the job training and partial financial assistance for positions requiring CDL’s. 
• These are in-training positions that offer a career path, hands-on learning, and mentorship. These positions allow you to progress upward through the Highway Maintenance Worker series and achieve the goal class of a Highway Maintenance Worker 2. Candidates will be considered for a Highway Maintenance Worker 1 or Highway Maintenance Worker 2, depending on their qualifications. 

Annual salary levels for each position are:

1. Highway Maintenance Worker 1: $46,920 - $56,880
2. Highway Maintenance Worker 2: $52,920 - $64,440 

• 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. 
• This position is 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.

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 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. 

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 listed Recruiter.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference Highway Maintenance Worker 2 #20170 in the subject line.