Highway Maintenance Technician

Open Until Filled

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system across the state. We are currently seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Program in Lyman, Wyoming.

These roles involve performing various highway maintenance duties to ensure safe travel throughout the region. Technicians will operate equipment, perform road repairs, respond to weather-related conditions, and support the overall mission of WYDOT in all types of seasonal conditions.

Lyman is a scenic town nestled at the base of the Uinta Mountains in the heart of Bridger Valley. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, and more. Nearby attractions include the Fort Bridger State Historic Site and the renowned Fort Bridger Mountain Man Rendezvous, held each Labor Day weekend.

• No state income tax – Wyoming is one of just seven states offering this financial benefit.

• Live and work in a supportive community surrounded by natural beauty.

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

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!

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• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently
• Assists with training other technicians in the operation and maintenance of equipment
• Under limited supervision, flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices
• Operates heavy equipment, including, but not limited to, single and tandem axle trucks, equipped with an auger, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from the roadway surface
• Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and/or traffic control devices such as signs and pavement markings
• Responsible for general maintenance of highway-related facilities such as rest areas; this may include performing water and wastewater treatment according to EPA and DEQ requirements
• Attends and completes all state and federal training required to obtain/maintain certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills
• Communicates information to update others' status and/or process effectiveness
• Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as training and performance evaluations, and keeps up to date on technological advances with specialized equipment
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways; determines the effectiveness of treatments and may determine when a change in treatment is necessary
• Responsible for adhering to all state and federal safety and quality standards, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.

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 water certifications if necessary.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
• Must…