Highway Maintenance Technician & Snowplow Operator 2026-01885

Highway Maintenance Technician

Join Our Team as a Highway Maintenance Technician! The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is excited to announce an opening for a Highway Maintenance Technician in beautiful Baggs, Wyoming! If you're passionate about public service and ensuring safe and efficient transportation, we want to hear from you.

Why Choose WYDOT? $2,000 Hiring Bonus – Jumpstart your journey with us! (See eligibility details below) Bonus perk:
Wyoming is one of just nine states with NO state income tax! Be Part of Something Bigger. At WYDOT, you're not just an employee—you're a vital part of building Wyoming's future. Learn about our mission, vision, and values here.

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
• 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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About Baggs:
Nestled in the picturesque Little Snake River Valley at the southern boundary of Wyoming, Baggs is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Experience the stunning Sierra Madre Mountains, perfect for hunting, birdwatching, and fishing. Encounter wildlife like deer, elk, antelope, and a variety of bird species. Plus, enjoy the benefits of living in one of the seven states with no income tax!

Interested? For more information about our mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: WYDOT Mission, Vision, Values.

Take the next step in your career and help us maintain Wyoming's transportation system. Apply today!

Human Resource Contact:
Mandy McMicheal /  / mandy.mcmicheal

Essential Functions:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• 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 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 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.

Preferences/Agency Requirements:
Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment. 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.

Knowledge:
Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards. Knowledge of state…