Highway Maintenance Worker 3 Vancouver

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 18000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge executes an awardwinning Active Transportation Plan holds a record for the worlds widest tunneling project and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking aHighway Maintenance Worker Lead to work as a member of the Southwest Region (SWR) Maintenance & Operations team out of Vancouver WA. In this role you will be responsible for maintaining the highways and their infrastructure to ensure the safe and efficient movement of goods services and people throughout the region. This position will lead the Regionwide Striping Team in the application of Striping along with any required maintenance of highways bridges and right of ways to improve the safety of the traveling public. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity equity and inclusion. In this role you must be dedicated to safety while coordinating and performing daily work activities which include heavy equipment operations providing and roadway maintenance for subsections of highways.

What to Expect

Work is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors and often next to highvolume highspeed traffic that may require standing for extended periods of time. A typical schedule is Monday through Thursday 40hours per week for 4 10hour days. Weekends and holidays may be required to respond to nonscheduled or callout emergencies. Rotational night shift is required.

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

• Lead Highway Maintenance Crews in the daily performance of all maintenance and operations tasks throughout State Highways.
• Prioritize plan and schedule maintenance activities lead schedule and direct highway maintenance activities.
• Lead and perform maintenance activities such as Regionwide work zone traffic control third party damage repair thermosplastic asphalt paving & patching.
• Lead and perform drainage maintenance including catch basins sedimentation facilities and ditches; erosion and slide repair; sign maintenance and repair; and guardrail fence and impact attenuator installation and repair.
• Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair; apply concrete asphalt and synthetic materials.
• Utilize personal computer and tablet to maintain accurate records and reports for personnel equipment inventory and materials.
• Train personnel in equipment usage safety highway maintenance and public relations.
• Operate Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and heavy equipment such as dump truck with plow and sander units front end loaders truck/trailer combos sweepers mowers and pickups.
• Work with maintenance crews during winter snow and ice operations.
• Steward safety programs by knowing and enforcing the established WSDOT/WAC safety policies and procedures; conduct safety meetings.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following are required:

• Two 2 years of experience as a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 Bridge Maintenance Specialist 2 Maintenance Specialist 2 or equivalent construction experience.
• A Class A CDL with endorsement N and without air brakes restriction as well as a valid medical card.
• A valid Traffic Control/Flagging Card with experience performing traffic control per MUTCD including planning setting signs and cones or barrels and flagging.
• Two 2 years of experience performing traffic control on high speed multilane highways.
• Experience adhering to safety policies and diligence in performing work in a safe manner.
• Experience leading and/or supervising crews providing clear direction and making good decisions under stressful conditions.
• Experience in working independently and prioritizing workload with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Skills to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Possess computer skills with the ability to operate software and system such as Microsoft Office Suite programs including Excel Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work nights weekends holidays and perform emergency callouts/standby.
• Ability to report in service to assigned duty station within 60 minutes of an afterhours call.
• Ability to transport move and manipulate various types of equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water as well as traverse in rough steep and uneven terrain.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• High school diploma possession of a GED certificate or equivalent.
• Understanding of Transportation Equipment Fund owned equipment.
• Experience planning coordinating and communicating clear instructions on jobsites.
• Traffic Control Supervisor certification.
• Experienced working around and with high speed/ high volume traffic.
• Knowledge of the surrounding area.

Important Notes

• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• Regular travel to and from highway locations is an expectation of these positions and may be required on a regular sporadic or as needed basis.
• 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 unionrepresented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for nonrepresented positions can be found in Chapter 35728 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position may be subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information please go toDOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• WSDOT does not use the EVerify system therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more informationplease visit.

Why WSDOT

• WorkLife 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 fulltime 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.
• PlanFor 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 toState Benefitsfor 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.

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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 via email.

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