Maintenance Specialist 2

Description About WSDOT Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state.
In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking a non-permanent Maintenance Specialist 2 in Union Gap, WA.
This position located in the South-Central Region, the WSDOT Sign Shop is the sole sign fabricate and distribution organization for the entire Washington State Department of Transportation.
The Sign Shop is a fast paced, high volume manufacturing facility that provides high quality signage to WSDOT Engineering, Regional Maintenance Operations, Aviation and WSDOT Ferries Operations.
The staff is dedicated to performing this challenge, as well as integrating the WSDOT Strategic Plan Goal Areas of Inclusion, Practical Solutions and Workforce Development.
What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will: Forklift operation for safely receiving materials from freight vendors.
Count track and store material in proper locations.
Coordinate orders for shipping.
Utilize best shipping practices to determine shipping needs.
Package products to ship safely.
Utilize computer to communicate with shipping vendors to schedule pick up times and locations.
Work safely with hand substrate material to apply reflective sheeting for sign base.
Participate with shop staff and others in monthly safety meetings.
Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required: High School Graduate or GED certificate or equivalent.
Accurately track and record material usage for inventory control.
Knowledge and /or experience operating sign fabrication equipment.
Knowledge and/or experience operating and managing warehouse and equipment.
Communicate professionally and work with a diverse work group.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: Valid Driver's License.
Knowledge of the MUTCD as it relates to sign fabrication and the WSDOT Sign Fabrication Manual.
Forklift Operation Certification.
Important Notes This is a non-permanent position.
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.
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, 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 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.
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.
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Contact us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, S.
Fields, at fieldss@wsdot.
wa.
gov.
Please be sure to reference 23DOT-SCR-51386c-1 in the subject line.