Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a journey-level Maintenance Specialist 2 to assist in the maintenance, repair, and installation of highway signage for the Southwest Region (SWR) Regionwide Sign Crew. In this role, the individual will be responsible for maintaining the advisory, warning, regulatory, and MIS signs along with the pavement markings within the entire region. The work of this position affects the safe and efficient operation of the highway system. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environmental with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What to Expect
Work is performed primarily outdoors and is often performed near high-volume highspeed traffic. Work involves frequently maneuvering objects weighing up to and greater than 50 pounds from one location to another. Work may be performed at heights of 40-60 feet with lift equipment. This position may be required to work throughout the SWR, which may require overnight stays.

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

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  Assist the Lead Tech and Maintenance Specialist 3 with planning and executing work activities such as ordering materials, assembling, installing, repairing, and replacing all guide, regulatory, warning and MIS signs within the region.
• Work within standard plans and specifications required for traffic signs, delineation, and pavement markings.
• Build signs according to standard plans manual.
• Load signs on sign storage racks and/or on digger derrick for install.
• Operate forklift or boom truck to load and unload materials. Maintain, repair, and install a variety of different style impact attenuators.
• Maintain annual maintenance schedule on all attenuators in the region, which includes cleaning and inspection.
• Repair 3rd party damaged attenuators.
• Wash and trim brush away from signs.
• Re-torque slip base sign bases.
• Repair and/or replace durable pavement markings such as stop bars, cross walks, turn arrows and delineators.

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

• Two (2) years of experience performing roadway maintenance, heavy equipment operations, or related experience such as but not limited to construction, timber operations, or farming.
• Commercial Driver's License Class A, with Endorsement N without air brakes restriction, or the ability to obtain one within the 6-month probationary period.
• Willing to obtain an operator certification for the digger derrick and / or knuckle boom, if needed.
• Ability to work at heights of 40-60 feet with lift equipment.
• Ability to maneuver objects weighing up to and greater than 50 pounds from one location to another in a safe manner.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency call-outs/stand-by.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Digger Derek or Knuckle Boom certification.
• Experience operating cranes and rigging.
• Experience working at various heights with aerial equipment.
• Possession of valid Traffic Control /Flagging Card with experience performing traffic control per MUTCD including
• planning, setting signs and cones or barrels , and flagging or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Important Notes

• This position is 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.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• 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. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

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 earn a minimum 14 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 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.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan, at JordanD@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference 23DOT-SWR-40089 in the subject line.