Highway Maintenance Worker

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 state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award‑winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world’s longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation.

WSDOT is seeking a skilled and motivated Highway Maintenance Worker to join our team in Forks, WA. As a journey‑level member of the regional maintenance organization, you will play a vital role in keeping Washington’s transportation system safe, reliable, and accessible. Working under the direction of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor, you will operate a variety of specialized equipment and tools to maintain and repair highways, bridges, and other transportation infrastructure that support the movement of people and commerce throughout the region.

This hands‑on position offers the opportunity to perform a wide range of skilled maintenance activities while contributing directly to the safety and mobility of the traveling public. In addition to carrying out critical maintenance and repair work, you may occasionally provide crew leadership in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3. Safety is at the core of everything we do, and this position plays an essential role in ensuring the well‑being of motorists, coworkers, and the communities we serve.

Work is generally performed Monday–Thursday on four 10‑hour shifts; however, weekends, holidays, night work, and extended hours may be required for emergency response and non‑scheduled callouts. The position requires the ability to report to the duty station within 60 minutes, respond in all weather conditions, and participate in rotational night, standby, and call‑back assignments.

• Operate Class A, B, and C highway equipment.
• Conduct asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair; apply concrete, asphalt, and synthetic materials.
• Guardrail, fence, and impact attenuator installation and repair.
• Perform drainage maintenance.
• Complete erosion and slide repair.
• Tree removal; vegetation management, including pesticide application; establish, maintain, and repair landscaped areas.
• Transport heavy equipment and materials.
• Remove litter on state right‑of‑way; remove dead animals and debris from roadways.
• Track, document, and report daily work activities into computerized systems.
• Prepare and complete third‑party damage estimates (i.e., K3) through computerized systems.
• Utilize email and other personal computer applications, such as Microsoft Office programs.
• Actively participate in the development and implementation of Pre‑Activity Safety Plans (PASP).
• Adhere and strictly follow all current and future safety protocols and policies and maintain diligence in promoting a safe work environment and performing work in a safe manner.
• Attend monthly organization safety meetings to ensure safe work practices and compliance with new regulations including confined space, fall restraint, and traffic control.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for each task.

• Highway Maintenance Expertise: Demonstrated skills in highway maintenance practices, including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, and debris removal. Ability to assess maintenance needs and perform repairs to highway structures, roadside features, and landscapes.
• Licensing: Possession of an unrestricted Class A CDL with N endorsement to legally operate vehicles in Washington State; or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Equipment Operation: Ability to operate and maintain various Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles following WSDOT standards. Ability to safely transport heavy equipment and materials between job sites.
• Traffic Control & Work Zone Operations: Knowledge of traffic control practices following the…