Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator
Listed on 2026-02-19
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Transportation
General Labor
General Description
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator to join our team in Buffalo, Wyoming. This position involves performing a variety of essential maintenance duties with limited supervision to ensure a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the community.
Why Buffalo? Nestled between the rolling plains of the Old West and the towering peaks of the Bighorn Mountains, Buffalo offers the best of small‑town living with unparalleled access to outdoor adventure. Whether you enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, or winter sports like snowshoeing, cross‑country skiing, and downhill skiing, Buffalo has it all. You’ll also find ATV trails, rodeos, and a four‑star golf course right in town.
Plus, Billings, Montana is just a two‑hour drive away, offering even more amenities and opportunities.
Why Wyoming? Wyoming is one of just nine states with no income tax, providing you with a unique opportunity to maximize your earnings while living in a state rich in natural beauty.
At WYDOT, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that keeps Wyoming’s transportation system running smoothly while enjoying a rewarding lifestyle in one of the most scenic areas in the country. Apply today and start your next adventure with WYDOT!
Benefits- 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
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Essential Functions- Maintain and operate complex equipment safely and proficiently, providing work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees. Under limited supervision, flag traffic and set up traffic control devices.
- Operate single and tandem‑axle trucks, equipped with striper, auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, sander, 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.
- Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and facilities in rest areas, including water and wastewater treatment.
- Attend and complete all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
- Communicate information to update others as to work status and/or process effectiveness.
- Utilize special computerized equipment.
- Perform 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 with a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.
- Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License.
- 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.
- State highway maintenance and highway construction standards.
- State highway pavement marking and signing standards.
- Specifications, standard plans, policies and procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.
- Equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
- Hazardous materials Response Procedures.
- Federal and State requirements for the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Basic equipment operation for single and tandem axle trucks, loaders, and tractors.
- Safe Work Procedures, First Aid and CPR, and Material Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used…
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