Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator

Position: Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator 2026-00464
Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Gillette, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision to provide a safe, high-quality, efficient transportation system.

Gillette is located on the rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park. It is also one hour from Devil's Tower National Monument. The Powder River Basin produces over 1/3 of our nation's coal. You'll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golf, and other outdoor activities in the Black Hills or Big Horn Mountains. Gillette College hosts many community events year-round.

Wyoming is one of seven states with no income tax.

This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

* Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

* Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

* Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

* Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! for detailed information, oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact  / Keri Griffith / keri.griffith2

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

* Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently-trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment. Provide work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees. Under limited supervision, flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices.

* Operates single and tandem-axle trucks, equipped with stripers, augers, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from the roadway surface.

* Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.

* Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and facilities in the rest area, including water and wastewater treatment.

* Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.

* Communicates information to update others as to work status and/or process effectiveness.

* Utilizes special computerized equipment.

* Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.

* Responsible for adhering to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.

Must have the ability to obtain a Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.

Must have the ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion of Defensive Driving.

Must have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.

Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger certification

KNOWLEDGE:

* Knowledge of state highway maintenance and highway construction standards.

* Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards.

* Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.

* Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair procedures.

* Knowledge of hazardous materials Response Procedures.

* Knowledge of Federal and State requirements for the proper use of personal protective equipment.

* Knowledge of basic equipment operation for single and tandem axle trucks, loaders, and tractors.

* Knowledge of Safe Work Procedures, First Aid and CPR, and Material Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in completing tasks.

* Knowledge of Hazardous Materials Response…