Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Chugwater, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision to provide a safe and effective transportation system.

Open Until Filled

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus** (see notes for eligibility)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans
• Flexible schedules and work‑life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package.

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• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Provides 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, auger, aerial lift equipment, or provided with 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.
• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and facilities at the rest area, including water and wastewater treatment.
• Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain necessary 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.

• Must have the ability to obtain water certifications if necessary.
• 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 First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger certification.

• 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 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 Procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones.

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction)

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire

Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering)

0-1 year of progressive…