Highway Maintenance Technician & Snow Plow Operator

Open Until Filled

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team based in South Pass, Wyoming. This position plays a vital role in maintaining Wyoming’s highway system by performing routine and emergency maintenance activities that support a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation network for the traveling public.

South Pass offers a unique blend of small-town charm, rich history, and exceptional outdoor recreation. Nearby South Pass, an authentic historic town founded during the mining era, marks the point where the Oregon Trail crossed the mountains into the valley. The surrounding area provides year-round opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ATV riding, hiking, and camping.

In addition to a rewarding career serving the public, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, offering an attractive lifestyle and financial benefit for employees and their families.

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This position offers:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus See Notes section for eligibility
• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website.

Human Resource Contact:
Jesse Maschke /  / jesse.maschke1

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which 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, plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface.
• Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.
• Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
• Communicates information to update others on 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.

Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver's 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 of state highway maintenance and highway construction standards.
• Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards.
• Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies, and procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
• Knowledge of Federal and State requirements for 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 Procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones.

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of relative work…