Bridge Maintenance Specialist Lead

Full Job 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 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!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Bridge Maintenance Specialist Lead to join the Olympic Region Regionwide Bridge Crew.

Under the direction of the Maintenance Specialist 5, this position provides direction and guidance to the bridge crew, as a journey-level skilled position worker.

Operating a wide variety of bridge maintenance equipment and tools, this position is responsible for leading and performing journey-level work in the maintenance, repair, operation, and reconstruction of over 650 bridges in WSDOT’s Olympic Region in a condition as near as possible to the condition of its initial construction or subsequent improvement and providing critical support to the safe operation of the agency’s bridges.

This position would have public safety and the safety of fellow employees as a high priority and must be considered in every decision and activity.

This position contributes to the agency’s strategic plan by ensuring, through adherence to WSDOT policies, that work functions performed are administered to the expected quality, safety, and stewardship standards to support Washington’s long-term resilience.

This position is expected to contribute to a workplace that fosters a culture of respect, equal opportunity, and a sense of belonging.

What to Expect

This position is required to respond to emergency callouts and must be available for standby 24 hours a day/7 day a week.

Work is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors, traversing rough, steep, and uneven terrain; and near high-volume, high-speed traffic.

This position requires the ability to work at elevated heights above 100 feet over land or water.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Bridge Maintenance Specialist Lead will:

• Prioritize, plan, schedule, and budget maintenance activities; oversee numerous work operations to ensure efficiencies are followed.
• Build work schedules and assign crew members to the work.; train personnel in equipment usage, safety, highway maintenance, and public relations.
• Prepare project estimates for LEMO (Labor, Equipment, Materials, Others) costs.
• Perform repairs to bridge structures by placing concrete formwork and pouring concrete, repair and replace expansion joints and timber caps by steel encapsulation; work on bridge bearings, drains, bridge rails, decks, piers, and other bridge components.
• Perform steel fabrication such as welding, cutting and heat straightening.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair all types of bridge structures.
• Respond to emergency bridge hits from third parties.

Qualifications

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

• Bridge Maintenance and Repair: Demonstrated skills in inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and fabricating bridge components and systems, including concrete, steel, mechanical, and structural elements, using specialized equipment and access methods.
• Leadership, Planning, and Coordination: Skills to lead and coordinate journey-level bridge maintenance crews across multiple worksites, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, training, documentation, and communications of work activities and outcomes.
• Highway Maintenance Knowledge: Knowledge of highway maintenance practices, including snow and ice control.
• Equipment Operation: Experience operating and maintaining various Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles following established standards.
• Traffic Control & Work Zone Operations: Knowledge and/or experience 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 confused 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, promoting a culture of safety for employees and the traveling public.

• 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.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to the above, the following are also required:

• Possession of an unrestricted Class A CDL with N endorsement to legally operate vehicles in Washington State.
• Ability to obtain a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to report in service to the assigned duty station within 60 minutes of an after-hours call.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in all weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.

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 (FMSCA). 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 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 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 their 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 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.

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.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at alyssa.nastasi@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-OR-30464e in the subject line.