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 Highway Maintenance Worker 1 - Rest Area Attendant in Ephrata. This position is responsible for effective communication both inside and outside the work group. Clean, maintain and repair facilities at the Winchester, Quincy, and Blue Lake rest areas. Perform a variety of Highway and right of way maintenance work to ensure the safe, efficient movement of goods, services, and people throughout the area.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 will:

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  Ensure that restrooms are clean and operational in the 4 rest areas within Area 2.
• Pick up trash, removing graffiti, paint as needed.
• Daily removal of gum from floors and sidewalks, sweeps, power washes, squeegees, mop floors, disinfects, scours, cleans all wash basins, toilets, urinals and wipes down walls.
• Clean and disinfect hand dryers, toilet seat dispensers and sanitary napkin boxes.
• Refill all dispensers with paper and soap.
• Maintain and unclog plugged drains and urinals, toilets, and sinks, clean and disinfect afterwards.
• Clean vents, replace air filters, remove spider webs, replace light bulbs, and clean filters.
• Pick up supplies and take water samples as needed.
• Mow rest areas and office lawns, edge, weed eat, prune shrubs and trees.
• Keep leaves, pine needles, grass clippings off sidewalks, rake and bag where needed.
• Repair irrigation systems by replacing sprinkler heads, broken lines, and sprinkler head parts.

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

• Must possess a valid driver’s license without restrictions.
• First aid card or obtain within 6 months of hire date.
• Flagging card or obtain within 6 months of hire date.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• High school graduation, or possession of a GED certificate and one (1) year of experience performing maintenance activities in a related field of work.
• Experience performing traffic control per MUTCD including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• 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.
• 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.

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

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:

• 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.

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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 via email.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, S. Fields at fieldss@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference HMW1 24708 in the subject line.