Highway Maintenance Specialist

Open Until Filled

Open until filled.

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Wheatland, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties for our Maintenance Team, under limited supervision to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus – See Notes section for eligibility.
• 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!

• Operates and trains others to operate complex machinery in specialized applications safely.
• Performs and oversees all maintenance tasks.
• Observes, verifies, and documents the work activities of Highway Maintenance Technicians.
• Assists the manager in planning, assigning, and supervising.
• Provides advice and assistance on repair procedures needed for highways, equipment, and buildings.
• Serves as a technical resource.
• Communicates project information and proposed courses of action and/or subsequent consequences.
• Provides input to performance evaluations for Highway Maintenance Technicians.
• Provides work direction to a crew daily.
• Provides leadership and guidance to others while performing duties related to guardrail repair and snow and ice removal.
• Operates single and tandem‑axle trucks, equipped with auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces.
• Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices.
• Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices.
• Attends and completes all required training to obtain or maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
• Utilizes special computerized equipment.

• Preference may be given to applicants with a current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements before employment.
• Must have a Class A CDL within 30 days from the date of hire.
• 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 a First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain water and wastewater certifications if necessary.

• Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.
• Ability to meet weekly deadlines for reports/paperwork produced with accuracy and timeliness.
• Knowledge of computer systems and work reporting requirements, and maintenance management practices specific to WYDOT.
• 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 highway equipment and operations.
• Knowledge of computer systems, work reporting requirements, and maintenance management practices specific to WYDOT.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize computers, calculators, 2‑way radios, tablets, and telephones.

Education & Experience Substitution:

• 2‑4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Technician.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of hire.

Education:

• Associate’s Degree (typically in Engineering).

Experience:

• 0‑2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction)…