Road Maintenance Worker I & Eligibility Register

Road Maintenance Worker I & Eligibility Register

Salary

$24.95 - $34.68 Hourly

Location

Cathcart-8915 Cathcart Way, Snohomish, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-RMW1+ER-JULY

Department

Public Works

Division

Public Works Road Maintenance

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
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Description

Join Snohomish County Public Works Road Maintenance as a Road Maintenance Worker I

Apply today!

New RM Workers will enjoy the following benefits:

• Entry level job providing an opportunity to contribute to one of Washington's fastest growing counties.
• Join an award-winning organization well known for excellence and commitment to high-quality public service.
• On the job training including CDL certification.
• Advancement opportunities for higher level positions.
• Excellent medical, dental, and other benefits.
• Earn a Pension! Start vesting for a Washington Department of Retirement System (DRS) PERS pension.
• Work toward promotional opportunities at our Arlington or Snohomish locations.
• Security, stability, and a lifelong career!

The Road Maintenance division in the Snohomish County Public Works department will be filling multiple positions and creating an eligibility register to fill future positions as needed for six (6) months. We offer training to invest in your success and growth along with competitive wages and benefits. All new hires are at entry level and will start at $24.95 per hour.

If you are hardworking, team oriented, reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic, this is a great career opportunity! You will be assigned to work on a road crew performing a variety of duties.

In this role, you will be assigned to one of two of our Road Maintenance shops:

Please note that new Road Maintenance Worker I employees are generally assigned to the Cathcart Way Operations Center in Snohomish. Opportunities to change work locations are based on seniority and position openings.

Selection and Review Process:

Application/Hiring Process Steps

All correspondence to the applicant will be sent by email. Check your email inbox for emails from Snohomish County.

Please add info@governmentjobs.com and info@neogov.com to your "safe sender" list to ensure our emails do not go to your junk mail/SPAM box.

Online Application

Complete and submit the on-line application. The minimum qualifications for this position are: A valid Washington State drivers license and High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Online Examination

Applicants who pass the minimum qualifications will be notified by email to self-schedule one of the examination times offered. This exam will be conducted online through Survey Monkey and will be scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 9:00am and 5:30pm only. You will have 60 minutes to complete this online examination.

Interview

Applicants who pass the examination and are selected to advance to the interview phase will be notified by email with instructions to self-schedule their interview. These are currently scheduled for August 3-6, 2026. This is subject to change.

Professional Reference Checking

• Public Works Human Resources will notify top scoring candidates before starting the electronic reference check process.
• On your application, under "References" include at least three (3) professional references and verify you have provided their current email address and phone number.
• A professional reference is someone who has assigned and/or reviewed your completed work. Examples of acceptable professional references may include current or past supervisors/leads, coaches, tutors, or teachers/ professors.
• Professional References are contacted using the email addresses provided in the Reference Section of your application. Candidates are asked to notify their professional reference contacts that Snohomish County will contact them via email and ask that they provide a timely response.

Conditional Job Offer

After satisfactory review of the professional reference responses, the highest-ranking candidates, based on completion of our evaluation process, will be emailed a conditional offer of employment. Required conditions of the final offer include satisfactory results of:

Washington State Department of Licensing Full Drivers Abstract:

• Candidates will be emailed instructions on how to acquire and submit a current full drivers abstract.

Criminal Background Check:

• Candidates will be emailed a link to complete and consent to an online background check.

Medical Exam, Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and Drug/Alcohol Screening:

• Candidates will be emailed instructions on how to schedule a required Medical Examination, Physical Abilities Test (PAT), drug and alcohol screening. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment.

The PAT will include a drug and alcohol screening, medical examination and Physical Evaluation Fitness Test performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County. This is a laborer position involving a variety of routine manual labor tasks. This includes frequent bending, twisting, and stooping, frequent lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, constant walking and standing. Physical exertion and vibration when operating tools such as: jackhammer, plate compactor, chainsaw, or exertion lifting objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Welcome Letter

Candidates who have met all the required conditions for the Conditional Offer will be contacted directly and emailed a welcome letter. The welcome letter will include detailed information outlining the dates and requirements for your hire date, new employee orientation and summary of employment details.

Remaining applicants who pass the interview will be placed on the Eligibility Register to fill future positions as needed. This register will be active for 6 (six) months unless exhausted.

Benefits

Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family and will be invested in your success and growth. We are proud to offer an outstanding benefit package to employees and their dependents. We offer competitive wages; job flexibility and stability; pension opportunities; and employer paid ORCA cards. Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees. Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package:

• Retirement: County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plan with low deductibles. The county's contribution to this benefit is significant.
• Career development training
• Sick leave: You will accrue eight (8) hours of sick leave per month.
• Vacation Leave: You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
• Holiday Pay: The County observes 11 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two (2) floating holidays annually. (One floating holiday for the first year if hired after June 30th.)
• Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including medical, and dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, deferred compensation and more.
• Deferred Compensation: If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
• Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
• Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): Effective January 1, 2027, all six (6) step salary tables shall have a seventh (7th) step added to the top of each pay grade. Employees who have been at step 6 for a full year shall be placed at step 7 effective January 1, 2027.

About Road Maintenance

The Road Maintenance Division of Public Works is responsible for the maintenance of Snohomish County roads and bridges improving the safety of Snohomish County infrastructure. You will take pride in the work you do supporting unincorporated Snohomish County. County staff strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career to its employees. To learn more about Road Maintenance, please visit Roads Central | Snohomish County, WA - Official Website.

About Snohomish County Public Works Department

Snohomish County Public Works is responsible for more than 1,650 miles of county roads, 210 bridges and 202 traffic control signals, as well as processing nearly 600,000 tons of garbage per year. Its mission is to focus on safety and mobility while practicing fiscal responsibility and preserving the environment. Public Works has won numerous state and national honors for its work and is the largest department within Snohomish County government with approximately 550 employees plus seasonal staff. Its main office is located at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, Everett, WA 98201.

Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/PublicWorks for more information about Snohomish County Public Works.

When joining Public Works, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement is highly encouraged and supported. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career at Snohomish County.

About Snohomish County

Snohomish County, north of Seattle, is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The county has rich scenery, numerous activities, and a thriving economy. Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.

Snohomish County - The Future We Choose - video

For information about this job opportunity and posting, please email: SPW-Recruitment.

Employment Summary for a Road Maintenance Worker I:

Work Schedule: This is a regular full-time position, scheduled to work 40 hours per week. Your normal work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., however, this schedule will typically change to Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from around mid-February through approximately mid-November each year. You may be required to work occasional evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays and are subject to mandatory overtime and callouts at any time including working evening shifts for emergency conditions (i.e., windstorms, snow & ice, floods, earthquakes, etc.). You must be able to change work locations within the County with little to no prior notice.

Union Information: This position is represented by AFSCME Primary Agreement.

Probation Period: A 12-month probationary period shall be required for all initial appointments to County employment.

Position Equipment & Dress Code: Your position requires you to report to work with ANSI/ASTM approved steel toed safety boots. You will be reimbursed for your boots up to $300.00 with supervisor approval of the boot type and a legible original receipt/invoice clearly indicating the specific item(s) purchased. In addition, you will be required to wear other safety gear as appropriate for the work performed starting on your first day of employment. You will be provided with additional information at the time of a conditional offer.

Driver License Requirements: You must have and maintain a valid State of Washington Drivers License which is required for employment.

State of Washington Traffic Flagging Card: You must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid State of Washington Traffic Flagging card within three (3) weeks of being hired. Snohomish County will provide training to obtain the Traffic Flagging Card.

First Aid Card: You must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid First Aid card within ninety (90) days of employment. Snohomish County will provide training to obtain the First Aid Card.

Commercial Drivers License: You must possess or obtain a valid Class A Washington State Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with tanker endorsement and no disqualifying restrictions and possess a valid medical card within (3) months of the conclusion of a CDL school or training program assigned by the employer and maintain both while employed in a Road Maintenance Worker job classification. Snohomish County will provide training to obtain the CDL. Restrictions on pre-existing CDL licenses must be disclosed and will be evaluated for qualification.

Tardiness Policy: The Road Maintenance Division has firm attendance and tardiness policies.

Drug & Alcohol Testing: You will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Job Duties

BASIC FUNCTION

To perform a variety of unskilled manual labor tasks in support of road maintenance and repair operations. The Road Maintenance Worker-I (RMW-I) position is an entry level position, requiring the employee to obtain and maintain a Washington State Class A - Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within one year of employment and is subject to CDL random drug and alcohol testing and applicable federal and state regulations.

Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Safely performs all work zone traffic control duties including, but not limited to setting up barricades, traffic cones, and signs; and flagging traffic for stationary and moving work zones.
• Loads and unloads equipment, materials and supplies.
• Cleans and clears culverts, drainage ditches and other drainage structures and maintains vegetation using hand and power tools as necessary.
• Cuts, rakes and disposes of brush and debris using a variety of hand and power tools including but not limited to weed eaters, chain saws and chippers; may pick up refuse and cleanup work and illegal dump sites.
• Installs raised pavement markers, thermoplastic markings, and other types of traffic channelization devices.
• Performs concrete and asphalt pavement installation, repair, patching and cleaning using a jackhammer and other hand and power tools as necessary; may manually prepare sub grade for paving; may assist in installing concrete drain tile and culvert pipe.
• Performs manual labor tasks on projects including installation of concrete catch basins, retaining walls, walkways and other structures as directed; builds concrete forms and places reinforcing steel as required; mixes and pours concrete as necessary; trowels, sweeps and edges new concrete as necessary; may act as a carpenters helper.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of assigned equipment and tools; and completes service requests as needed.
• Submits neat and complete written and electronic records including time sheets, maintenance history report forms and other records as directed.
• Work out-of-class as a CDL equipment operator/truck driver as needed and assigned, including participating in emergency response as needed.
• Drives a pickup truck or light duty diesel truck, less than 26,000 GVW.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

• May operate a laptop computer, mobile data collector, digital camera, etc. as necessary to accomplish assigned work duties.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver's License which is required for employment.
• Obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with employer specified endorsements, including tanker endorsement, within (3) months of conclusion of a CDL or training program assigned by the employer.
• Maintain a satisfactory Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) driving record, periodically verified by current drivers abstract from the Department of Licensing (DOL).
• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid State of Washington Traffic Flagging card within three (3) weeks of being hired.
• A valid First Aid card within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
• All Road Maintenance Workers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test may be required prior to employment.

• Job offer will be conditioned on a satisfactory review of: up to the past 10 years employment history; a current and valid three-year driver abstract from DOL; and satisfactory results of a post-offer drug screen test, a medical examination, and a Physical Capacities Evaluation performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County.
• Applicants are subject to a criminal background check as part of the hiring process.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• equipment, materials and tools used in routine road construction, maintenance and repair work
• maintenance of assigned tools and equipment in a safe and clean operating condition
• potential hazards associated with the work
• requirements and regulations pertaining to employees CDL
• general safety rules and regulations, and safe working procedures

Ability to:

• operate assigned equipment safely and skillfully, in all types of weather and work situations
• perform the physical duties of the work in all types of weather conditions
• perform routine manual labor tasks including heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
• display good communication skills including the ability to understand and follow verbal and written direction and instructions
• learn a variety of work skills associated with road maintenance and repair operations
• safely and efficiently use a variety of hand and power tools
• drive a pickup truck or other light vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
• read, understand and follow safety rules and regulations and county policies and procedures
• learn and administer basic first aid and CPR methods and procedures
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers and superiors
• communicate courteously and professionally with the general public, superiors, and co-workers
• remain composed and professional in stressful situations
• adapt to change in policies, rules, regulations, work environment, crew and assignments
• read and understand grade stakes
• perform basic math calculations
• ability to possess, obtain and maintain a flagger card
• interact in a professional manner with co workers, supervisory personnel, and the public

PHYSICAL EFFORT

The work involves a variety of routine manual labor tasks. This includes frequent bending, twisting and stooping, frequent lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, constant walking and standing. Physical exertion and vibration when operating tools such as: jackhammer, plate compactor, chainsaw, or exertion lifting objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

SUPERVISION

Employee reports to a lead worker, crew chief and/or supervisor as assigned. The work is routine in nature, and is performed under general supervision. Specific instructions are given for unusual or non-routine tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed outdoors in a construction environment in all types of weather. The employee is also exposed to a variety of conditions such as: working in ditches, slopes, trenches, excavations, and on uneven terrain and slippery surfaces. Employees are exposed to a variety of potential hazards associated with working near traffic and around heavy construction and maintenance equipment. Employees may be required to work occasional evenings, nights, weekends or holidays and employees are subject to mandatory overtime and call-outs at any time including working evening shifts for emergency conditions (i.e. windstorms, snow & ice, floods, earthquakes, etc.) The employee must be able to change work locations within the County with little to no prior notice.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

County Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
• Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The Countys contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the Countys ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

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Following is a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job-related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.

A resume will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be considered.

Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Washington State Drivers License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire?

• Yes, I have a valid Washington State Drivers License
• No, but I have the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment
• No, I do not have the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days

04

Do you have a valid Class "A" Commercial Drivers License (CDL)?

This question will identify those applicants who will need to be scheduled for CDL Training if you are offered a position.

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a valid Washington State Traffic Control Flagger card?

This question will identify those applicants who will need to be scheduled for flagger training if you are offered a position.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a current/valid First Aid card?

This question will identify those applicants who will need to be scheduled for First Aid training if you are offered a position.

• Yes
• No

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The County will use email to contact you. We want to make sure that our test, interview invitations and other notices do not go directly to your junk mail/SPAM box.

Have you added info@governmentjobs.com and info@neogov.com to your "safe sender" list?

• Yes

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Electronic Professional Reference Checking: Public Works Human Resources will contact up to three (3) professional references on the top scoring candidates by email. References are contacted using the email addresses provided in the Reference Section of your application.

A professional reference is someone who has assigned and/or reviewed your completed work. Examples of acceptable professional references may include current or past supervisors/leads, coaches, tutors, or teachers/professors.

On your application, did you include three (3) current /up to date professional references along with their email address and phone number?

Public Works Human Resources may contact additional or alternate references if necessary

• Yes
• No

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Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Snohomish County? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Check all that apply.

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• Nextdoor
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• Indeed
• WorkForce/WorkSource
• County employee
• Linked In LinkedIn
• Snohomish County job opportunities
• governmentjobs.com
• Business Card
• Flyer

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Employer Snohomish County

Address 3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 503

Everett, Washington, 98201

Phone (425) 388-3411

Website http://www.snohomishcountywa.gov/2553