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 multiple Transportation Technician 3s for the Port Orchard Project Engineering Office. This position supports the department’s mission by ensuring highway construction projects are built in compliance with standard specifications, contract specifications and contract plans. This is accomplished by inspecting highway contract work, testing materials being incorporated into the projects to assure compliance with the above documents, ensuring that environmental regulations are being adhered to, assisting with construction and design surveying, and keeping accurate, complete and detailed field records. By supporting the design, construction and project documentation and control, the benefit to taxpayers and the community is maximized. The incumbent is placed in the position of CADD technician, assistant inspector of highway construction projects and a member of the survey crew.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Technician 3 will:

• Assist the Project Inspector in writing and checking pay-notes for the preparation of monthly progress payments on contract estimates; collect and track project material documentations and general inspection in all facets of highway construction.
• Serve as a material tester performing concrete, asphalt, aggregate, densities and other material testing and tracking as required.
• Serve as a CAD operator responsible for creating contract plan sheets.
• Calculate and check quantities, writing special provisions and assisting with other design elements.
• Serve as a member of the business team assisting will all aspects of records management and documentation.
• Assist in obtaining field data.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite and various civil engineering software programs to support the design and documentation of transportation projects.

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

• An Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, surveying, drafting or other closely related fields. OR-
• Completion of an accredited vocational/technical program consisting of at least 1,200 instructional hours in Civil Engineering Technology, surveying, drafting, structural detailing, engineering design or other closely related fields. OR-
• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and two (2) years of experience performing basic technical engineering work as a Transportation Technician 1 or equivalent.   (College level or vocational/technical course work in engineering, drafting, survey, mathematics or other closely related fields will substitute for the required technical engineering experience on a year-for-year basis.) OR-
• Three (3) years of experience as a Maintenance Technician, one of which must be as a Maintenance Technician 2.

• Two (2) years of experience performing semi-skilled technical engineering work as a Transportation Technician 2 or equivalent. OR- 
• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. OR-
• Certification as an Engineer-In-Training. OR-
• A Land Surveyor’s license

• Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, methods, and practices.
• Knowledge of inspection techniques and field documentation to verify quality and quantity of work performed by the contractor.
• Skills related to computer applications involving databases, word processing, CADD, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information.
• Ability to check engineering calculations for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to interpret contract plans and specifications.
• Ability to research and apply engineering standards.
• Ability to clearly and concisely document project activities.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Certified General Inspector and subsequent Division Certification or the ability to become certified within six (6) months of obtaining this position.
• Certification as a Qualified Tester (WAQTC/ACI/WSDOT) or the ability to become qualified within six (6) months of obtaining this position.

• One (1) year of experience using technical civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• One (1) year of experience using construction practices and contract administration.
• One (1) year of experience with inspection and field documentation to verify quality and quantity of work performed by the contractor.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.  
• This position has been approved for in-training. The hiring manager is looking to hire at the Transportation Technician 3 level; however the in-training plan will allow candidates to be considered as a Transportation Technician 2 or Transportation Technician 1levels.
  1. Transportation Technician 1: $40,812 – $54,492 
  2. Transportation Technician 2: $50,592 – $68,076
  3. Transportation Technician 3: $57,324 – $77,028
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.  
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

• 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. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 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.