Temporary Snow Plow Operator

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Temporary Snow Plow Operator in and around Dubois to perform winter snow plow operations and highway maintenance under limited supervision. This temporary, full‑time position may last up to 6 months.

Human Resource Contact:
Jesse Maschke / 307‑568‑3427 / jesse.maschke1

• Maintain and operate core and complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Perform duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Flag traffic and set up traffic control devices under limited supervision.
• Operate single and tandem‑axle trucks equipped with plows, wing plows, a sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
• Experience in road construction, maintenance, and equipment operations.

• Certificate of completion of Defensive Driving.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Flagger certification.

• Hazardous Materials Response Procedures.
• Equipment maintenance and repair procedures.

• 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 long periods on even and uneven ground.
• Working around high‑speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

• FLSA:
  Non‑exempt.
• WYDOT uses E‑Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees.
• Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug‑Free Workplace.
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks for a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass pre‑employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Must obtain a certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Supplemental Information:
Please view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure at