Working Title- Heavy Civil Supervisor
Classification- Construction & Maintenance Project Supervisor
Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program- Capital & Asset Management Program – Yakima Construction Shop
Duty Station- Yakima, Washington – Yakima County
Closing Date- 7/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

Are you experienced in the construction field, specializing in heavy equipment operation and supervision?

This is an opportunity to deliver technical and professional engineering, construction, and maintenance to sustain facilities, infrastructure, and ecosystems.

With your experience, you will provide leadership to a team of skilled professionals in the transportation and operation of heavy equipment.

WHAT TO EXPECT -
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:

Project Management.

• Independently prepare drawings and sketches to illustrate fabrication projects for staff to follow, as well as convey verbal instructions. Prepare as-built drawings for components designed internally.
• Participate in conceptual and 30-60-90 drawing reviews, providing expertise to mitigate issues of functionality or feasibility.  Identify issues or conflicts that would require adjustments or exemptions to ordinary construction practices.
• Analyze project specifications for sequence of work, material and personnel requirements, and scheduling of material and equipment deliveries. Identify material or services that require purchasing contracts and develops specifications for the bidding process.  Prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Provide onsite inspection of components, equipment, and fixtures to determine need for maintenance or repair.

Supervision and Mentoring.

• Supervise a team of journey level workers in the transportation and operation of heavy equipment through scheduling, directing, coordinating and supervising in the various phases of construction.  
• Supervise and mentor technical and professional level staff in order to support an effective, motivated team.
• Set goals and objectives, develop strategies to implement, and develop performance measurements and standards for the purpose of ensuring individual and program performance objectives are met.
• Monitor and inspect work in progress to ensure continuity and timely completion of work.

Heavy Construction Equipment Operation and Maintenance.

• Provide expert operation of construction and earth moving equipment.
• Inspect, operate, and transport all types of heavy earthmoving equipment.
• Clear, remove, and transport mud and debris from on-site hatchery abatement ponds, intake structures, demolition projects and general construction tasks using excavators, boom trucks, backhoes, and dump trucks.
• Work around, expose, and install sensitive buried utilities and alarm lines using backhoes and track excavators.

Plumbing.

• Install, disassemble, and replace a multitude of plumbing components such as pipes, valves, gates, couplers, manifolds, etc.  
• Inspect supply lines, fixtures, and valves to determine cause of failures and recommend actions for maintenance and repair.

Carpentry.

• Demolish or alter buildings, sheds, concrete forms, and other structures from plans, sketches or instructions.
• Pour and finish concrete curbs, driveways, walkways, and general pads.   
• Prepare the site for installation by removing old signage and prepping the surface for the mounting, construction, and installation of the new signage.

Working Conditions:

Work setting: Duties are performed at construction sites in the Hatcheries and Wildlife areas and on occasion in an office setting. Hazards include working on rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery slopes, and other surfaces, confined and difficult to reach spaces, and in all types of weather conditions, including extreme heat, rain, or snow. Bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting of 50 pounds repetitively when loading and unloading trucks or moving materials around project sites. This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.

Schedule: Full-time, working 40 hours per week. Typically, this position works Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM. The standard work schedule includes the potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed. Alternative schedules may be considered based on business needs.

Travel requirements: Travel required 80-90% depending on season.

Customer Interactions: Frequent interactions varying between Federal, Local, Inter-Agency, and Intra-Agency customers and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

Option 1:

Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience performing construction, maintenance, heavy equipment operations, facilities management, public works, transportation infrastructure, natural resource infrastructure, or related construction activities.

Option 2:

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in one or more construction trades (e.g., carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, heavy equipment operation, concrete, or related trades) and two (2) years of journey-level experience performing construction, maintenance, or infrastructure projects.

For BOTH options above, the following are also required:

Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License.  Note: It is required that you upload a copy of your valid CDL Class A to your application prior to submitting. Please omit any personally identifiable information, such as date of birth, social security number, etc.

Experience in the following (may be earned concurrently):

• Operating, supervising, or managing projects involving heavy equipment and construction activities in transportation, habitat restoration, water resource, erosion control, stream enhancement, wetland restoration, or similar infrastructure projects.
• Planning and coordinating equipment, materials, workforce requirements, and construction sequencing for field-based projects.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations, earthwork, road maintenance, erosion control, stream restoration techniques, and construction methods used in natural resource or transportation projects.

Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience performing construction, maintenance, heavy equipment operations, facilities management, public works, transportation infrastructure, natural resource infrastructure, or related construction activities.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in two or more construction trades (e.g., carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, heavy equipment operation, concrete, or related trades) and four years of journey-level experience performing construction, maintenance, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating construction activities with engineers, biologists, contractors, permitting agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Experience constructing or maintaining roads, boat launches, dikes, levees, fish passage structures, engineered log jams, stream channels, pipelines, or similar infrastructure.
• Knowledge of regulatory cities and county permits relating to construction.
• Knowledge of agency related permits such as Hydraulic Project Approvals (HPA), Cultural, and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead Certification.

Your application must include the following:

• A COMPLETED online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three (3) professional references with current contact information.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Union - WAFWP:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: 

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following: 

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov.
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran).
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.   Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2026-05434.

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