Highway Maintenance Technician & Snowplow Operator

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Cheyenne, Wyoming to ensure safe and efficient transportation for the community.

• Maintain and operate complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Assist in training other technicians on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Under limited supervision, flag traffic and set up traffic control devices.
• Operate heavy equipment such as single and tandem axle trucks, augers, aerial lifts, and snow/ice removal systems.
• Rehabilitate roadway surfaces and traffic control devices, including signs and pavement markings.
• Maintain highway-related facilities such as rest areas, performing water and wastewater treatment per EPA and DEQ requirements.
• Complete all required state and federal training for certifications, inspections, and skill development.
• Communicate status updates and process effectiveness to team members.
• Utilize agency computers for training, performance evaluations, and stay current with technology.
• Remove snow and ice from roadways, assessing treatment effectiveness and adjusting as needed.
• Adhere to all state and federal safety and quality standards, including proper use of personal protective equipment.

• Preference for applicants with a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
• Must be able to obtain certifications to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
• Must be able to obtain a Certificate of course completion of Defensive Driving.
• Must be able to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must be able to obtain a Flagger certification.

• State highway pavement marking and signing standards.
• State and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures.
• Equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
• Hazardous materials response procedures.
• Proper use of personal protective equipment as per federal and state requirements.
• Basic operation of single and tandem-axle trucks, loaders, and tractors.
• Safe work procedures, First Aid and CPR, OSHA safety data sheets for chemicals.
• Basic office equipment usage (computers, calculators, telephones).

• 2-4 years of relevant highway maintenance/construction experience, or
  • Associate’s Degree (typically in Engineering) with 0-1 year of related experience.
• Must be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License within twelve months of hire.

• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift or carry 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to stand, sit, and operate equipment for long periods.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail).
• Ability to walk long periods on even and uneven ground.
• Working around high‑speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt.
• WYDOT conducts motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening and/or physical; subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be available for emergency work calls any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• May be required to obtain water certifications if necessary.
• Must complete training on equipment operation, Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR, and Flagger certification.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.