Responsibilities:

• Road Maintenance Operations, including operating heavy equipment for road maintenance activities.
• Equipment maintenance, including assisting in arranging service, lubrication, minor adjustments, and repairs.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to operate a pickup-sized vehicle in a variety of weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment such as: John Deere 772 grader, D-5dozer, excavator, vibratory roller, 10 cubic yard tandem axle diesel dump truck, 20-ton tilt bed trailer, backhoe w/ front end loader, 40-foot boom truck, power brush cutter, and various hand tools needed for maintenance (welder, cutting torch, etc.).
• Ability to perform routine heavy equipment maintenance along with troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of state motor vehicle laws, including those pertaining to the use and transportation of heavy equipment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team on assigned tasks.
• 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

• The assigned duty station is the Klickitat Work Center in Glenwood, WA. Position requires both office (5%) and fieldwork (95%}. Duty assignments will be primarily in the Klickitat District; however, depending on the needs of the district, region, or agency, assignments may occur outside of the district. Position requires work on native and rocky forest roads in various weather conditions using a variety of heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Position requires occasional travel (5%) outside of the Klickitat District for temporary assignments, meetings, training sessions, and fire assignments.
• A current, 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.
• 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.

• Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of equipment of more than five tons rated capacity, including heavy bulldozers, graders, excavators, and similar construction equipment on forest road construction and maintenance projects.
• One year of experience in operating bulldozers and dump trucks with tilt bed trailers on wildland fires.
• Knowledge of Washington State Forest Practice standards (rules, RMAP procedures, requirements), state laws, and state regulations.
• Familiarity with GPS usage, maps, and aerial photos.

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.