Seth Mcdonald
Port Angeles ,WA
Summary
Adept at maintaining safe and efficient highways, I excelled as a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 with the Washington Department of Transportation. Leveraging skills in heavy equipment operation and interpersonal communication, I enhanced road safety and team productivity. My contributions included emergency response coordination and implementing work zone safety protocols, significantly improving roadway conditions and traffic management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker 2
Washington Department Of Transportation
Sekiu, WA
11.2018 - Current
- Current CDL holder class A, drove and maintained state vehicles, truck and trailer, low boy, crew trucks, dump trucks
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during daily tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Assisted with emergency response efforts during natural disasters or accidents affecting highways within assigned region.
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks, materials used, equipment maintenance schedules, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Supported traffic flow management during construction projects by setting up proper signage and traffic control devices.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with motorists who may have been affected by ongoing construction or maintenance activities along the highway system.
- Participated in training sessions to continuously develop skills related to highway maintenance best practices and equipment operation techniques.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Drove transport crews, snow removers and street sweepers based on current work demands.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while collaborating with colleagues, and supervisors on various projects.
Education
High School Degree -
Lake Quinault High School
Amanda Park, WA2007
Skills
- Drainage system maintenance
- Work Zone Safety
- Safe machinery operation
- Safe equipment handling
- Pavement Marking
- Road repairs
- Verbal and written communication
- Traffic Control Management
- Power tool proficiency
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safety Procedures
- Vegetation Control
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Traffic Control
- Erosion Prevention
- Asphalt Paving
- Bridge Inspection
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Roadside Cleanup
- Landscaping Maintenance
- First Aid Training
- Debris and Litter Control
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker 2
Washington Department Of Transportation
11.2018 - Current
High School Degree -
Lake Quinault High School