Highway Maintenance Technician & Snow Plow Operator

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the people of Wyoming. We are seeking a dedicated, hardworking, and motivated Highway Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Program in Farson, Wyoming.

If you enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and taking pride in work that makes a difference, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping keep Wyoming's highways safe and accessible year-round. As a Highway Maintenance Technician, you will play an essential role in maintaining roadways, performing highway repairs, assisting with snow and ice removal, and supporting the safety of motorists traveling throughout our great state.

Experience the Beauty of Farson, Wyoming!

Located in southwestern Wyoming, Farson offers the charm of small-town living surrounded by wide-open spaces, breathtaking landscapes, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Situated near the Green River and the beautiful Wind River Mountains, the area is ideal for those who enjoy fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and exploring Wyoming's natural beauty. Farson provides a peaceful rural lifestyle with convenient access to the communities of Rock Springs and Green River.

Join the WYDOT Team!

• **$2,000 Hiring Bonus
  ** See Notes section for eligibility

• 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
• 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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Human Resource Contact:
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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 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 in order to update others' status and/or process effectiveness
• Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as for 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

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…