Highway Maintenance Worker 2
State of Washington
King County, Washington, U.S.
Full-time, Permanent
Posted Feb 25, 2026
Onsite
Compensation
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About the role
Highway Maintenance Worker 2 | Multiple Positions
Responsibilities
- Perform journey-level highway, roadside, infrastructure, and right-of-way maintenance and repair tasks
- Install, maintain, and repair guardrail, fences, impact attenuator concrete barriers and other safety features
- Operate Class A, B, and/or C heavy equipment to maintain state roadways and highways
- Help develop and set up traffic control operations, as well as full road or bridge closures according to departmental and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards
- Perform snow and ice control operations including maintaining stockpiles, load trucks from stockpiles or pits, pull spreader boxes, haul materials which may include sand, gravel, and other items
- Acts as an incident responder at accident scenes, spills, or other emergency situations
Requirements
- Practical knowledge of highway maintenance practices
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining a variety of Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement
- Ability to obtain a Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License within twelve (12) months of hire
- Ability to obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certification
- Working 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 use of cones/barrels
Benefits
- Paid leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid holidays
- Sick leave
- Vacation (Annual Leave)
- Military Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Additional leave options
About the Company
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence!
Job Details
Salary Range
$59,160 - $80,205/yearly
Location
King County, Washington, U.S.
Employment Type
Full-time, Permanent
Original Posting
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