Working Title: Maintenance Lead Technician - Cathlamet

Recruitment Number: 18DOT-SWR-40339

Location: Cathlamet, WA

Salary:$49,020 - $59,724 annually

Opening Date: February 8, 2018

Closing Date: February 18, 2018

The Opportunity:

WSDOT is seeking a Maintenance Lead Technician in Cathlamet, WA who will be able to hit the ground running and lead an experienced team of Maintenance Technician professionals. This seasoned technician will lead by example and have a personal commitment to safety while coordinating daily work activities such as heavy equipment operations, providing roadway maintenance for sub-sections of highways, and performing snow and ice removal functions.

At WSDOT, wehonor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. If you would like to join our team-oriented environment and enjoy continuously changing environment, and yet with a great deal of career stability and growth, definitely consider a career opportunity with WSDOT. To learn more, please watch the following video:Why WSDOT?

This position will perform the following work:

· Lead crew and schedule work for Maintenance Technician staff performing highways maintenance activities.

· Patrol and inspect assigned highway, documenting deficiencies of the roadway.

· Operate Class A, B, and C CLD equipment.

· Safely provide proper traffic control supervision for all work operations and emergency road closures.

· Maintain accurate records and reports for personnel, equipment, inventory, and materials.

· Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.

· Be subject to contingency scheduling, overtime on short notice, and emergency call-outs, and stand-by.

· Steward safety programs by knowing and enforcing the established WSDOT/WAC safety policies and procedures.

· Other duties as assigned.

An ideal candidate for this position will have:

· At least one (1) year experience as a Maintenance Technician 3 or Maintenance Specialist 3; OR at least two (2) years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician 2, Bridge; Maintenance Technician 2, or Maintenance Specialist 2; OR equivalent experience in highway maintenance.

· Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with endorsement N and without air brakes restriction.

· Possession of valid Traffic Control Flagger Card with experience in traffic control per MUTCD including planning, setting signs, and flagging.

· At least two years’ experience performing traffic control on multi-lane, high speed, highways.

· Ability to report in service to the Cathlamet Maintenance Facility within 45 minutes of an after-hours call or be willing to relocate in order to meet this requirement.

· Possess proficient computer and tablet skills, with the ability to create reports, use HATS, send and receive emails, track inventories, etc.

· Ability to move and lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds in a safe manner and safely traverse uneven and steep terrain.

· Possess an herbicide spray license or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment.

· High School diploma or GED.

Note:

This position is covered by a union shop provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the WFSE, or arrange to pay to that union a fee equivalent to its regular monthly dues. The union shop provision shall be effective on the first day of the month following the employee's initial 30 days in this classification.

Condition of Employment:

WSDOT is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. These positions are subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Highway Administration. For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.

How to Apply:

Please select the large apply button at the top of this announcement for instructions. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington State's automated tracking system, NeoGov. To be considered for this position you will need to provide specific information detailing your work history in the "work experience" section of the application AND answer the supplemental questions. If you are selected for an interview, you may be required to provide your driving record from the Department of Licensing.

For inquiries about this position, please contact Rachel Giese at . Please reference recruitment number 18DOT-SWR-40339.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans 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 or email at .