Washington County, NY Department of Public Works

04/09/2026

WE ARE HIRING! Washington County is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Learn more and apply at the link below.

WASHINGTON COUNTY Heavy Equipment Mechanic Washington County Department of Public Works (DPW) is accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. This...

04/09/2026

WE ARE HIRING! Washington County DPW is looking for Highway Worker II applicants. Learn more and apply at the link below.

WASHINGTON COUNTY DPW HIGHWAY WORKER II Washington County Department of Public Works is currently accepting applications for Highway Worker II for vacancies...

04/01/2026

Be sure to congratulate Mike Newell on his retirement! Mike spent 29 years at Washington County DPW, first in the Solid Waste Division, quickly moving to mechanic in our main shop and finally as an award-winning Welder/Fabricator.

Mike approached every job with detail and perfection. He worked closely with field crews and engineering to design tools to make their projects safer and more efficient. His most recent work on our 2007 paint truck brought it back from near scrap pile to a great asset for line striping.

Congratulations Mike Newell!!

03/18/2026

03/02/2026

02/19/2026

Each budget cycle, we discuss the various needs of New Yorkers and the priority they carry. Each year, it seems the Governor fails to adequately prioritize critical transportation infrastructure. Representatives on both sides of the aisle agree: and we must increase our CHIPS funding!

Frustration over annual funding short comings notwithstanding, we have more to consider with pending EV mandates. Our current roadways are designed with the weight requirements from combustion engines, not the axle loads of EV buses and mass scaling of EV pedestrian vehicles. The weight of these vehicles is significantly more than combustion engine vehicles and reduce the life of roads. If we do not get on top of it, we may never catch up. 🚌

02/11/2026

02/04/2026

Slow down in work zones! Speed is a leading factor in roadway incidents. Obey posted limits, watch for flaggers, and stay alert. County highway crews are on the job—your caution helps everyone get home safely.

02/03/2026

Meet the 2026 NYSCHSA Leaders! These dedicated leaders bring experience and professionalism in support of NYSCHSA’s mission and county highway and public works professionals statewide.

02/02/2026

We would like to congratulate Dean Collins on his promotion to H5 – Highway General Foreman. Dean has dedicated over 20 years to the department, with a special focus on bridge construction. Please join us in congratulating Dean!

01/28/2026

After 40 amazing years, our DPW General Manager, Jim Hogan has retired! Jim has been an integral part of DPW since 1986.
From day one Jim has shared wisdom, laughter, and countless Jimmyisms. He has fostered and shaped the futures of new employees, reduced salt, had sleepless nights of plowing and emergency services, all with a passion of excellence. The list of his accomplishments is just as impressive as it is long.
His dedication and commitment have left a lasting impact on our DPW team as well as all county residents.
We thank Jim and his family for the devotion and support given for his entire career and wish him many adventures in retirement.

10/14/2025

SAFELY DISPOSE OF UNUSED PAINT 10/18 IN GLENS FALLS

Residents from around the region will be able to safely dispose of unwanted paint and stains at no charge during a collection event to be held Saturday, October 18 at East Field in Glens Falls, organized by the City of Glens Falls .

GreenSheen Paint of Rotterdam will oversee this eco-friendly collection, during which unused paints and urethanes are accepted to be recycled into new paint. GreenSheen Paint has diverted over 50 million pounds of paint from landfills through their nationwide network of retailers and recycling facilities.

Residents will be able to drop their materials at 175 Dix Avenue, Glens Falls between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on October 12.
Those who would like to attend can register through this link: https://circular.eco/event/GlensFalls2025 or the attached QR code.

Materials that will be accepted include:
* Oil-based and latex-based paints
* Acrylic paint
* Varnishes, shellacs and lacquers
* Urethanes
* Primers
* Clear coatings

The operators of this event will not accept spray paint, paint thinner or other household hazardous waste products.

Attendees will stay in their cars when they enter the event. Event staff will direct them to drop-off lanes where staff will unload items.

Those with questions can email [email protected].