Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining respectful working relationships
• Collaboration
• Maintain a safe work environment that enforces Agency guidelines as well as L&I and OSHA rules
• Assisting with diagnosing equipment problems
• Assisting with minor maintenance and repairs

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience performing forest road construction and/or maintenance while operating heavy equipment such as a bulldozer, an excavator, and a dump truck.
• Experience reading and interpreting project plans and specifications.
• Experience organizing and implementing projects successfully.
• Experience using computers, data input, and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• General understanding of forest road maintenance.
• Skills in the operation of chainsaws and various hand tools.
• Working understanding of Washington Labor and Industries Safety and Health rules for Construction (WAC-296-155) and other applicable Safety and Health regulations and policy.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Position is based at the Region Office. Significant amounts of work are performed alone in isolated, unimproved forested environments. Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions. Position is approximately 95% field and 5% office.
• Position requires a significant amount of time in the field, traveling to and from project locations and the Region Office. Occasional travel to overnight accommodations during remote projects or training sessions.
• A valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
• A Class “A” CDL with Endorsement "N" for a Tank Vehicle. Before hire, a pre-employment CDL verification, work history background check, and drug testing will be required as a condition of employment. This position may be subject to pre-employment, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
• Must be at least 18 years of age due to the minimum age requirement for CDL.

• Ten years of experience with a wide variety of construction equipment.
• Familiarity with Forest Practices rules that pertain to forest roads and maintenance activities.
• Experience with culvert pipe installation, including fish passage pipe installation.
• Experience using survey tools such as a hand compass, clinometer, surveyor tapes or logger tapes, laser level or construction level, and rod.

Application Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents, please contact DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least 3 professional references with current telephone numbers, including your current or most recent supervisor.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.