Highway Maintenance Supervisor

Full Job Description

About WSDOTThe 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 OpportunityWSDOT is currently seeking a Highway Maintenance Supervisor in our Northwest Region!

Under the direction of an Assistant Maintenance Superintendent, this position oversees work for the region wide plant establishment crew and the safety rest areas.

This position plans budgets, schedules, and supervises the work for these maintenance crews to ensure the movement of people and commerce.

This position leads by example and ensures their work units operate efficiently, effectively, and safely; and is critical in fostering an inclusive and healthy work environment that challenges all staff to be respectful and professional.

What to ExpectThis position makes decisions regarding day-to-day work activities based on labor, equipment, materials, and traffic control plan required to carry out work assignments.

Need supervisor approval when scheduling overtime and making purchases of goods and services.

It also assigns work to Highway Maintenance Worker 4 and/or 3, and by observation of assigned section needs.

Position interacts with Northwest Region staff and area maintenance staff, to include maintenance management, Highway Maintenance Supervisors, Highway Maintenance Workers 3, Maintenance Specialists, Highway Maintenance Workers 1 and 2; Traffic Management Center (TMC) and Incident Response Team (IRT); Transportation Equipment Fund (TEF); Region Landscape Architect Office and occasional interaction with other areas and Region crews.

Position also interacts with the public and outside entities, including Washington State Patrol (WSP), Department of Corrections (DOC Landscape Office provides the oversight and funding for Plant Establishment crew.

Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather. A typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 40-hours per week, for 4, 10-hour days. Nights, weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non-scheduled or call-out emergencies.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Plan, schedule, budget, and coordinate the work of the plant establishment and safety rest area crews; assist in determining maintenance needs and coordinate equipment, materials and personnel.
• Guide and direct Highway Maintenance Worker 4’s and 3’s to accomplish routine and special maintenance projects.
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees.
• Develop, implement, and monitor an annual vegetation management program, make recommendations.
• Plan the layout of shrub beds, lawn area, and placement of trees and liners along assigned highways.
• Oversee landscape maintenance and construction site restoration projects and day-to-day tasks.
• Direct rest area building and grounds maintenance and repair.
• Promote a safe work environment and identify safety improvement opportunities, ensuring crews adhere and follow all current and future safety protocols and policies and maintain diligence in performing work in a safe manner.
• Remain current on the Department’s Safety Program and attend safety training as required.
• Investigate customer complaints from local citizens and the traveling public.

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

• Commercial Vehicle Operation: Possession of an unrestricted Class A CDL with N endorsement and without air brakes restriction to legally operate vehicles in Washington State.
• Crisis Communication and Situational Awareness: Demonstrated experience working and communicating in emergent/high stress situations while remaining professional, calm, composed, focused, aware of larger issues and concerns.
• Collaborative Partnership Building: Demonstrated ability to cultivate and practice collaborative partnerships with internal and external customers to support the accomplishment of agency goals.
• Independent Task Management: Demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritize workload, with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Safety Compliance and Equipment Operation: Demonstrated knowledge of safety standards, construction industry standards, and heavy equipment operation.
• Communication Skills: Written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate information to diverse audiences, including those with non-technical backgrounds, in a professional and respectful manner.
• Digital Proficiency: Proficient in operating Windows based computers and software, such as MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Outlook; Cloud computing; virtual meeting software, such as MS Teams; and various system databases utilized for project tracking, and information and asset management.
• Highway Maintenance Expertise: Have a sound background in all aspects of highway maintenance.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to the above, the following are also required

• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to traverse steep, rough, and uneven terrain.
• Assist in the safe cleanup and removal of unlawful dwellings.
• Ability to work at heights above 25 feet over land or water.
• Ability to respond to non-scheduled call-out emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to report in service to assigned duty station within 45 minutes of an after-hours call.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in all weather conditions; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, alone or part of a team.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Traffic Control and Work Zone Safety Compliance: Demonstrated ability to apply Washington State flagging standards to safely manage traffic control operations in roadway or work zone environments, ensuring compliance with established safety requirements.
• Pesticide Application Compliance and Safety: Demonstrated ability to safely and effectively apply pesticides in accordance with Washington State regulations, label requirements, and environmental protection standards.
• Workforce Leadership and Team Development: Demonstrated ability to lead or supervise a diverse workforce by working across organizational boundaries; building and maintaining effective teams; coaching, mentoring, and training employees; and fostering employee engagement and inclusive work practices.

*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 10% salary premium.

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 357-28of 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 offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• 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 a 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 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 recruiter listed.

Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Sidra.Fields@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference 25DOT-NWR-10412e in the subject line.