Bridge Maintenance Specialist 2 Two Positions

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 addition to maintaining over 20000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan manages the worlds longest floating bridge and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking to fill two Bridge Maintenance Specialist 2positions on the Olympic Region Regionwide Bridge Crew based in Lacey these journey-level positions you will help preserve and maintain more than 650 bridges throughout the Olympic Region ensuring they remain safe and reliable for the traveling public. Your work will include inspecting repairing and maintaining a wide variety of bridge structures while responding to emergencies supporting statewide bridge preservation efforts and working alongside a highly skilled team dedicated to public safety. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work solving complex maintenance challenges working outdoors in diverse environments and contributing directly to the safety and resilience of Washingtons transportation system.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role you will:

• Perform journey-level maintenance repair inspection and preservation activities on floating movable and fixed bridge structures throughout the Olympic Region.
• Diagnose deficiencies and repair or replace bridge components using a variety of specialized tools equipment and maintenance techniques.
• Perform preventative maintenance including bridge cleaning deck sealing painting expansion joint maintenance drain cleaning and structural repairs.
• Read and interpret plans blueprints and sketches to complete maintenance and repair activities.
• Operate specialized equipment including under-bridge inspection trucks aerial lifts man lifts small boats and other bridge maintenance equipment.
• Enter and maintain maintenance records using agency asset management systems.
• Complete daily Pre-Activity Safety Plans (PASPs) properly use required PPE promote safe work practices and maintain safe work zones for employees and the traveling public.
• Respond to emergency bridge strikes severe weather events and other incidents requiring immediate bridge maintenance or traffic control.
• Establish traffic control zones assist with roadway closures support incident response activities and assist highway maintenance crews during snow and ice operations.
• Support the Statewide Bridge Preservation Office by documenting inspection findings and assisting with bridge preservation repairs.
• Perform periodic and post-event bridge inspections following storms earthquakes or other significant events.
• Perform other maintenance and operations assignments as needed and serve in the absence of the Bridge Maintenance Specialist Lead when requested.

Qualifications

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

• Collaborative Partnership & Customer Focus: Proven ability to build cultivate and sustain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance agency goals and deliver effective service outcomes.
• Safety & Technical Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety standards construction industry practices heavy equipment operations applicable to bridge and highway maintenance structural systems including concrete steel and wood and fall-protection PPE and rigging equipment. Proven ability to work safely at heights and in other high-risk environments.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical and non-technical information to diverse audiences.
• Technical & Digital Proficiency: Proficiency using Windows-based systems Microsoft Office Suite cloud-based platforms virtual meeting tools and agency databases for reporting project tracking and asset management.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

The following qualifications are also required:

• Possession of an unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with N endorsement to legally operate vehicles in Washington State or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Ability to obtain a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card within six months of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR certification within six months of hire.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work at elevated heights of at least 100 feet in confined spaces in all weather conditions and respond to emergency callouts as required.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Bridge/Highway Maintenance: Experience performing bridge roadway highway maintenance construction or bridge preservation work.
• Skilled Trades: Experience with iron work carpentry painting rigging and heavy equipment operation.
• Winter Operations: Experience performing snow and ice control operations.
• Equipment Operation: Experience operating and transporting heavy equipment.
• Traffic Control: Experience performing traffic control in accordance with MUTCD including planning signing and flagging.
• Regional Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of the surrounding service area.
• Equipment Knowledge: Understanding of equipment utilized in bridge and highway maintenance preservation or construction.
• Radio Communications: Experience using radio communication equipment.

Important Notes

• This recruitment is being used to fill two positions and may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• The salary range listed includes the 2% general wage increase effective on July 1 2026.
• 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 applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found inChapter 357-28of 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 toDOT 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

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 mayearn 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 Benefits for more information.

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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.

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