CDL A Jobs near Walla Walla WA

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 seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team at the senior, specialist, or lead level as a key contributor to the maintenance and installation of highway signage and traffic control devices. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting safe travel across the region by assembling, erecting, maintaining, and repairing signs, pavement markings, and related infrastructure. Whether operating independently in the field or leading a crew in a central sign shop, your leadership and expertise will help guide others while ensuring our roadways remain clearly marked and safely navigable for all travelers. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of traffic control standards, the ability to work independently or lead a team, and hands-on experience with tools, materials, and fabrication techniques used in sign and pavement marking maintenance.

What to Expect

This position performs work that is often physical in nature and primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Work duties may be performed at elevated heights, above 300 feet over land or water, and may also work out of a bucket truck up to 50 feet high. Typical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 40-hours per week, for 4, 10-hour days. 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, the Maintenance Specialist 3 will:

• Install, repair, and replace signs, sign components, and signposts.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain sign bridges.
• Remove graffiti from signs and sign hardware; replace and repair wood and steel posts in the field; and wash signs using ladder truck.
• Fabricate specialty installations; and install wind beam on new signs in preparation for installation. 
• Conduct day and night sign inspections.
• Maintain the area sign log. 
• Order supplies, prepare K-5 estimates for third-party damages, and assign charge codes. 
• Assist other sign crews and lead or assist road maintenance crews. 
• Operation of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A equipment, manlift and bucket trucks, dump trucks, front end loaders, tractor mowers, sweepers, rollers, flushers, and truck mounted attenuators.

Qualifications

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

• Two (2) years of highway maintenance, roadway construction, or related experience. 
• A Class A CDL.  
• A valid Traffic Control Flagging card with experience performing traffic control per MUTCD, including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging, or ability to obtain within six (6) months. 
• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to travel area wide.
• Ability to relocate tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds from one location to another.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Two (2) years as a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 or Maintenance Specialist 2, or four (4) years assisting in the fabrication of signs.

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• The salary range listed includes the legislative approved general wage increase of 3%, effective on July 1, 2025.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• Travel is regularly required within the maintenance area to patrol, inspect, and conduct work activities, or to attend meetings and trainings. Occasional travel is required outside of the area for trainings, conferences, or meetings.
• 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 may be 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 of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may 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.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-SCR-51043 in the subject line.