Highway Maintenance Worker 2

Highway Maintenance Worker 2

Salary

$58,392.00 - $71,136.00 Annually

Location

Stevens County - Colville, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

26DOT-ER-60332

Department

Dept. of Transportation

Division

Eastern Region

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

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 worlds longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a skilled Highway Maintenance Worker 2 in beautiful Colville, WA. As a Highway Maintenance Worker 2, you'll be an essential member of our regional maintenance team, keeping highways and structures safe, reliable, and ready for the people and commerce that depend on them every day. Under the direction of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3, you'll operate a wide range of highway equipment and tools while performing skilled maintenance and repair work across the transportation system.

From maintaining roadways and highway structures to responding to changing conditions and supporting your crew, you'll have the opportunity to apply your skills in a hands-on environment where your work has a direct and visible impact. You may also have the opportunity to step into a leadership role and lead a crew in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3. If you're looking for meaningful work, variety, and the chance to help keep Washington moving, we'd love to have you on our team!

What to Expect

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 45 minutes, respond in all weather conditions, and participate in rotational night, standby, and call-back assignments.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker will:

• Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair; apply concrete, asphalt and synthetic materials.
• Perform drainage maintenance; sign maintenance and repair; guardrail, fence and impact attenuator installation and repair.
• Perform tree removal and vegetation management.
• Perform snow and ice control, including application of anti-icing compounds to road surface with truck mounted equipment, loading trucks, hauling materials such as sand, gravel and other items, and maintaining stockpile sites.
• Design and set up traffic control; full road or bridge closures; perform traffic control; and conduct moving and stational traffic control operations.
• Track, document and report daily work activities, account for inventory and inventories highway section.
• Operate Class A, B and C highway equipment as designated on the approved Department of Transportation Equipment List (TEF) for highway maintenance.
• Act as a first responder at accident scenes, spills, or other emergency situations.
• Perform maintenance and minor repair on equipment and hand tools.

Qualifications

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

• Highway Maintenance: Ability to perform skilled roadway maintenance and repair activities, including maintaining roadways, drainage systems, roadside features, and highway structures to support safe and reliable transportation operations. Related experience in logging, farming, mining, road construction, excavation, or similar hands-on environments may provide applicable transferable skills.
• Equipment Operation: Ability to safely operate, inspect, and perform routine maintenance on a variety of highway maintenance equipment, including trucks, loaders, plows, and other heavy or powered equipment. Ability to learn and safely operate unfamiliar equipment used in roadway maintenance operations.
• Safety & Risk Awareness: Ability to identify and respond to hazards associated with roadway maintenance, heavy equipment operation, traffic, weather, and changing work conditions while following established safety procedures and practices.
• Traffic Control: Ability to work safely within or around active traffic and follow established traffic control procedures to protect workers, equipment, and the traveling public.
• Teamwork & Leadership: Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance crew, communicate with coworkers and supervisors, and step into a lead role when needed to support safe and effective completion of maintenance activities.
• 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:

• A valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL endorsement N (Air Brake restriction removed), within twelve (12) months of hire.
• A valid CDL medical card.
• A valid Washington State Flagging Card, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• A valid First Aid Certification, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency callouts/stand-by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Ability to transport, move, and manipulate various types of equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain and work elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Highway Maintenance & Heavy Equipment Operations: Knowledge of and ability to perform roadway maintenance, bridge maintenance and construction, and related highway maintenance activities. Ability to safely operate and work around heavy equipment and tools used in maintenance and construction operations.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions and often near moving traffic and heavy equipment, requiring heightened situational awareness and strict adherence to safety practices. The role involves physically demanding tasks, including deploying traffic control devices, flagging, and operating maintenance vehicles and equipment, with extended periods of standing and walking. Employees must wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• 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.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). For more information, please go to DOT 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 www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance - We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time 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.
• Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a 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 of 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.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

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 recruiter listed.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference Highway Maintenance Worker 2 #60332 in the subject line.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Please briefly describe your highway maintenance/road maintenance experience. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

02

Please select the response that best describes your experience performing highway or roadway maintenance tasks (e.g., pavement repair, drainage, erosion control, vegetation management, sign/guardrail installation, debris removal).

• Independently assess needs, prioritize work, complete complex repairs and respond to emergency repairs
• Independently perform a full range of tasks with minimal supervision
• Assist with tasks under supervision
• No experience

03

Please select the response that best describes your experience using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.

• Advanced: Select, operate, and maintain a wide variety of tools and equipment safely
• Intermediate: Regularly operate common tools/equipment
• Basic: Limited or occasional use
• No experience

04

Please select the response that best describes your experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., loaders, backhoe, dump trucks with plow/deicer, mowers, sweepers, attenuators).

• Advanced: Operate multiple equipment types safely and perform basic maintenance
• Intermediate: Operate select equipment regularly
• Basic: Limited or occasional operation
• No experience

05

What type of drivers license do you currently possess?

• Class A CDL
• Class B CDL
• CDL Learners Permit
• Standard drivers license
• None of the above

06

Please provide your drivers license number, list your endorsements, and any restrictions:

07

Please select all the following you currently possess:

• A valid Washington State Flagging Card
• A valid First Aid Certification
• None of the above

08

Please select the response that best describes your experience implementing traffic control and work zone safety measures.

• I have independently set up and managed work zones, ensuring compliance with MUTCD standards.
• I have assisted in setting up or maintaining work zones under supervision.
• I have limited experience in traffic control or work zone management.
• I do not have this experience.

09

Are you able and willing to manipulate and relocate tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds from one location to another?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you able and willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency call-outs/stand-by?

• Yes
• No

11

These positions perform work that includes traversing rough, steep, and uneven terrain and working elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

12

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Direct Email Notification
• WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc)
• Career Fair
• Monster
• WorkSource
• APWA
• "NOW HIRING" banner/sign
• Radio advertisement
• WSDOT Employment Site
• Careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Other (specify below)

13

If you selected Other on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided:

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

Address View Job Posting for Agency Information

View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website http://www.careers.wa.gov