Highway Maintenance & Snowplow Operator 2026-01746

Highway Maintenance Technician

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Moorcroft, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision to provide safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation systems.

Moorcroft is a quiet small town located on the rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park. You'll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, and other outdoor activities in the Black Hills or Big Horn Mountains. Enjoy all Wyoming has to offer - including no state income tax!

This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus. See notes 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

Human Resource Contact:  / keri.griffith2 / Keri Griffith

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.
• Trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees.
• Under limited supervision, flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices.
• Operates single and tandem-axle trucks, equipped with striper, auger, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface.
• Responsible for the rehabilitation and maintenance of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.
• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
• Communicates information to update others as to work status and/or process effectiveness.
• Utilizes special computerized equipment.
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Responsible for adhering to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.

Preference may be given to applicants with 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 have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification. Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger certification.

Knowledge of state highway maintenance and highway construction standards

Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards

Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.

Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair procedures.

Knowledge of hazardous materials Response Procedures

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 and ability to utilize office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones.

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Assistant

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License OR Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering) 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Assistant

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, which may include but not be limited to rain, snow, heat, and hail.

Ability to walk for extended periods on even and uneven ground.

Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.

Individuals in this classification must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and…