Highway Maintenance Technician & Snowplow Operator

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician for our Maintenance Crew in Muddy Gap, Wyoming. This team completes maintenance and repair throughout District Two in Central Wyoming to provide a safe and effective transportation system.

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see 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
• WYDOT Housing: 16x80 modular home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, utilities paid (deposit required)

• Maintain and operate complex equipment safely and proficiently, training incumbents in equipment operation and maintenance, and providing work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistants.
• Operate single and tandem-axle trucks equipped with stripers, auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces.
• Rehabilitate roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in rest areas, including water and wastewater treatment.
• Attend and complete all required training to obtain/maintain certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
• Communicate information to update others on work status and/or process effectiveness.
• Utilize special computerized equipment.
• Perform duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Adhere to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including correct use of personal protective equipment.

• Preference may be given to applicants who have a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.
• Preference may be given to applicants who have Water and Waste Water Certifications.
• Must have ability to obtain water certifications if necessary.
• Must have ability to obtain a certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
• Must have ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion of Defensive Driving.
• Must have ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must have ability to obtain a Flagger certification.
• Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug‑Free Workplace.

• State highway maintenance and highway construction standards
• State highway pavement marking and signing standards
• Specifications, standard plans, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards
• Equipment maintenance and repair procedures
• Federal and State requirements for 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
• Hazardous Materials Response Procedures
• Use of office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones

• 2‑4 years of progressive work experience (typically in highway maintenance or construction) with knowledge equivalent to a Highway Maintenance Assistant
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within 12 months of hire
• Associate's Degree in Engineering or equivalent (or 0‑1 year experience with ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months)

• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials
• Ability to lift and/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 for extended periods on even and uneven ground
• Working around high‑speed traffic and heavy construction equipment

• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt
• WYO​DOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license
• Individuals in this classification must pass a pre‑employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing
• Individuals must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Individuals may be scheduled out of town and assigned to other locations
• Individuals must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call
• Eligibility for a $2,000 hiring bonus is subject to service and promotion requirements

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Housing: state‑provided modular home with utilities paid (deposit required)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program
• Hazardous materials response training and OSHA‑compliant PPE

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities.