Roads Maintenance Worker II; Vashon

Summary

The Department of Local Services seeks a dedicated, hardworking Road Maintenance Worker for the Vashon Island Team. The role involves roadway construction, repair, and maintenance, including traffic control, vehicle operation, winter removal, and teamwork.

• Ensure the safety of crews and the public by providing appropriate traffic control measures on streets and highways, including flagging, and placing signs, cones and barricades as needed.
• Safely operate a variety of vehicles, including pickup/trailer combinations below 26,000 lbs GVW.
• Provide guidance and direction to Road Maintenance Worker I’s.
• Prepare surfaces for asphalt overlay and repairs; perform shoulder maintenance and install guardrails.
• Complete assigned repairs and minor construction of drainage structures—including pipes, catch basins, and manholes; clean ditches, gutters, culverts, catch basins and drainage tiles.
• Plant vegetation and cuttings; cut and remove brush to maintain clear and safe areas.
• Safely operate trimmer/weed‑eater, chainsaw, and other landscape equipment in varying weather.
• Assist in the operation of Vactor equipment.
• Shovel snow, gravel, asphalt, and dirt; rake asphalt and tar pavement joints.
• Dig post‑holes and set posts.
• Read and interpret road maps and construction blueprints.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated experience in construction, road maintenance, or other heavy manual labor areas, or completion of a recognized vocational trades program.
• Possess traffic control knowledge and familiarity with setting up traffic control measures on streets and highways.
• Skilled in performing minor construction and repairs on drainage infrastructure (pipes, manholes, catch basins, culverts, etc.).
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with hand tools and equipment used in construction, road maintenance, and other physically demanding environments.
• Understand and follow safety protocols and regulations related to construction and road maintenance, including fall protection, confined space entry, and hazardous materials handling.
• Ability to read and interpret maps and apply basic geographic orientation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capability to work outdoors in varying weather, including harsh or inclement conditions.
• Demonstrate fairness, respect, and inclusiveness; experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Team player and reliable worker.

• Valid Washington State Driver's License or ability to obtain one before the start date.
• Valid Washington State Flagging Certificate, valid CPR and First Aid certifications, or ability to obtain them within two months of hire.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment physical examination.

• Must be able to lift, carry, move, or handle up to 50 pounds.
• Must perform duties involving physical labor such as bending, kneeling, standing, reaching, climbing, stooping, squatting, pushing, and twisting.
• Must work outdoors in inclement weather.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans, including pension and 457(b) deferred‑compensation.
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass.
• 12 paid holidays annually plus two personal holidays.
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave.
• Paid parental, family, medical, and volunteer leaves.
• Flexible spending account and wellness programs.
• Onsite activity centers and employee giving program.
• Employee assistance programs and flexible schedules with telecommuting options.
• Training and career development programs.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, pay, and benefits.