State of Washington
Maintenance Specialist 2 – RW Sign Crew
State of Washington, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
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About WSDOT 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 manages the world’s longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation.
Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking a Maintenance Specialist 2 to assist with the maintenance, repair, and installation of highway signage for the Olympic Region (OR) Regionwide (RW) Sign Crew. The maintenance and repair of highway signage is critical to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. This position may train entry and journey‑level Highway Maintenance Workers to assist in the maintenance, repair, and installation of highway signage. The Maintenance Specialist 2 will work in a public safety environment, prioritizing safety of both workers and the traveling public.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and sketches.
Assist in assembling, installing, and replacing signs, sign components, and signposts; use a variety of equipment and tools such as hand diggers, portable power augers, pavement breakers, ladder trucks, and hydraulic boom trucks with attached auger; this includes installation of overhead signs.
Install new signs; pour cement bases, install steel posts, attach wind beams and signs to post; install and maintain wood posts and signs over 30 square feet in area.
Train staff to perform sign maintenance and operations tasks.
Promote a safe work environment and remain current on the Department’s Safety Program.
Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair utilizing trucks, rollers, mechanical sweepers, and hand tools; apply concrete, asphalt, and synthetic materials.
Perform drainage maintenance including catch basins, sedimentation facilities, and ditches; erosion and slide repair; guardrail, fence, and impact attenuator installation and repair.
Schedule Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, for four 10‑hour days. Weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non‑scheduled or call‑out emergencies. Must be able to report in service to assigned duty station within 60 minutes of an after‑hours call, and work alternate and emergency shifts as assigned. Respond to emergency situations in all weather conditions; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, alone or a part of a team as needed. Work long hours, including nights. Occasional standby and call‑back may be required. Rotational night shift is required.
Qualifications
Highway Sign Installation & Maintenance expertise: demonstrate skills to install, fabricate, and maintain highway signs and sign structures, including ground‑mounted and overhead signs. Proven ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to set posts, pour concrete foundations, mount sign panels, and apply roadway markings.
Highway Maintenance knowledge: knowledge of highway maintenance practices, including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, debris removal, and snow and ice control.
Equipment operation: ability to operate and maintain various Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles following WSDOT standards.
Traffic control & work zone operations: knowledge of traffic control practices following the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Ability to plan and implement safe work zones, including flagging, signage, and the use of cones/barrels.
Safety awareness & compliance: strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling. Ability to participate in the creation and implementation of Pre‑Activity Safety Plans (PASP) and attend regular safety training.
Technical & administrative proficiency: skilled in the use of electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating (e.g., HATS, WZDB, TSMS). Proficient in standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office and email communication.
Teamwork: ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently in the field.
Growth mindset: actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service‑oriented: takes action to meet the needs of others.
Additional Requirements
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.
Possession of an NCCCO Digger Derrick Operator Certification; or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to obtain a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to perform duties at ground level, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water.
Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
Ability to move, carry, and manipulate tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
Paid Leave: 12 paid holidays; up to 25 paid vacation days per year for full‑time employees.
Tuition Assistance: options for tuition reimbursement and federal student loan forgiveness.
Comprehensive benefits package: healthcare options, state retirement programs, and additional benefits as outlined in State Benefits.
Work‑life balance: flexibility to accommodate personal lifestyle.
How to Apply Applications are accepted electronically. Your relevant experience will guide salary determination, so provide detailed “Work Experience” information. To be considered, submit:
An up‑to‑date resume in reverse chronological order.
Contact details for a minimum of three references (can be entered in the online references section).
EEO Statement 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. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, 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.
Contact For inquiries, contact the assigned recruiter at alyssa.nastasi@wsdot.wa.gov and reference 25DOT-OR-30484e in the subject line.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Government Administration
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Maintenance Specialist 2 – RW Sign Crew
role at the
State of Washington .
About WSDOT 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 manages the world’s longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation.
Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking a Maintenance Specialist 2 to assist with the maintenance, repair, and installation of highway signage for the Olympic Region (OR) Regionwide (RW) Sign Crew. The maintenance and repair of highway signage is critical to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. This position may train entry and journey‑level Highway Maintenance Workers to assist in the maintenance, repair, and installation of highway signage. The Maintenance Specialist 2 will work in a public safety environment, prioritizing safety of both workers and the traveling public.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and sketches.
Assist in assembling, installing, and replacing signs, sign components, and signposts; use a variety of equipment and tools such as hand diggers, portable power augers, pavement breakers, ladder trucks, and hydraulic boom trucks with attached auger; this includes installation of overhead signs.
Install new signs; pour cement bases, install steel posts, attach wind beams and signs to post; install and maintain wood posts and signs over 30 square feet in area.
Train staff to perform sign maintenance and operations tasks.
Promote a safe work environment and remain current on the Department’s Safety Program.
Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair utilizing trucks, rollers, mechanical sweepers, and hand tools; apply concrete, asphalt, and synthetic materials.
Perform drainage maintenance including catch basins, sedimentation facilities, and ditches; erosion and slide repair; guardrail, fence, and impact attenuator installation and repair.
Schedule Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, for four 10‑hour days. Weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non‑scheduled or call‑out emergencies. Must be able to report in service to assigned duty station within 60 minutes of an after‑hours call, and work alternate and emergency shifts as assigned. Respond to emergency situations in all weather conditions; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, alone or a part of a team as needed. Work long hours, including nights. Occasional standby and call‑back may be required. Rotational night shift is required.
Qualifications
Highway Sign Installation & Maintenance expertise: demonstrate skills to install, fabricate, and maintain highway signs and sign structures, including ground‑mounted and overhead signs. Proven ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to set posts, pour concrete foundations, mount sign panels, and apply roadway markings.
Highway Maintenance knowledge: knowledge of highway maintenance practices, including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, debris removal, and snow and ice control.
Equipment operation: ability to operate and maintain various Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles following WSDOT standards.
Traffic control & work zone operations: knowledge of traffic control practices following the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Ability to plan and implement safe work zones, including flagging, signage, and the use of cones/barrels.
Safety awareness & compliance: strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling. Ability to participate in the creation and implementation of Pre‑Activity Safety Plans (PASP) and attend regular safety training.
Technical & administrative proficiency: skilled in the use of electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating (e.g., HATS, WZDB, TSMS). Proficient in standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office and email communication.
Teamwork: ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently in the field.
Growth mindset: actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service‑oriented: takes action to meet the needs of others.
Additional Requirements
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.
Possession of an NCCCO Digger Derrick Operator Certification; or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to obtain a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to perform duties at ground level, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water.
Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
Ability to move, carry, and manipulate tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
Paid Leave: 12 paid holidays; up to 25 paid vacation days per year for full‑time employees.
Tuition Assistance: options for tuition reimbursement and federal student loan forgiveness.
Comprehensive benefits package: healthcare options, state retirement programs, and additional benefits as outlined in State Benefits.
Work‑life balance: flexibility to accommodate personal lifestyle.
How to Apply Applications are accepted electronically. Your relevant experience will guide salary determination, so provide detailed “Work Experience” information. To be considered, submit:
An up‑to‑date resume in reverse chronological order.
Contact details for a minimum of three references (can be entered in the online references section).
EEO Statement 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. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, 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.
Contact For inquiries, contact the assigned recruiter at alyssa.nastasi@wsdot.wa.gov and reference 25DOT-OR-30484e in the subject line.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Government Administration
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