Highway Maintenance Supervisor I 2026-02582

State of Wyoming•Reno Jct, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is hiring a Highway Maintenance Supervisor I in Wright, Wyoming. The position supervises a highway maintenance crew and oversees daily work involving roadways, roadway structures, buildings, rest areas, equipment, and other transportation infrastructure. The supervisor assigns work under the overall plan set by the Highway Maintenance Supervisor II, coordinates staffing and equipment, and may work in the field when needed. The role also supports employee development, monitors project budgets and quality, maintains materials and equipment, documents work in agency systems, and promotes safe operations and effective communication with the public and district staff. The position requires residence in WYDOT-provided housing at this location. A housing allowance may be available. The role is non-exempt and subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A $2,000 hiring bonus may be available to eligible applicants under the stated terms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, typically in Management, and 0–2 years of progressive work experience typically in Highway Maintenance or Highway Construction, with knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Specialist; or 3–5 years of such progressive experience as an education and experience substitution.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Knowledge of state and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures.
Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and basic mechanical repair.
Knowledge of routine and specialized highway maintenance operations.
Knowledge of agency policies and procedures, quality and road service commitments, and safe work practices.
Knowledge of budget monitoring, agency billing procedures, and inventory tracking.
Knowledge of computers, basic office equipment, Gmail, and WYDOT databases and systems.
Knowledge of regulations and state and federal agencies related to highway maintenance, including OSHA, EPA, DEQ, BLM, USFWS, Bureau of Reclamation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and city and county governments.
Knowledge of resource and time management.
Knowledge of team-building and relationship-building practices.
Must reside in WYDOT-provided housing at this location.
Individuals in this classification are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise highway maintenance operations for a crew and assign daily activities according to the work plan established by the Highway Maintenance Supervisor II.
Schedule crew members for rotating shifts and coordinate labor and equipment support for neighboring crews and anticipated weather events; work in the field when needed.
Identify subordinate employees’ training needs, ensure training is completed, and potentially conduct training for leads and technicians.
Hire, coach, and develop employees; communicate with human resources about disciplinary actions and recruitment needs.
Conduct employee performance appraisals and ensure crew members can access computers for appraisals and required online training.
Oversee upkeep, servicing, and scheduling of equipment repairs for the crew.
Select maintenance treatments or applications for work and guide the crew on unfamiliar or irregular methods.
Order and maintain materials and inventory, and communicate high-dollar purchase needs to the Highway Maintenance Supervisor II.
Record work orders, employee time cards, material usage, and crew accomplishments in agency computer systems.
Monitor project budgets and progress, inspect projects against state and federal quality standards, and assess road sections and related infrastructure for needed maintenance or repair.
Communicate unplanned maintenance to the area supervisor.
Ensure crews follow safety policies and procedures; conduct daily safety briefings, explain precautions for work activities, and ensure appropriate protective gear is available before work begins.
Build and maintain positive relationships with crew members, local landowners, and the public; communicate about maintenance projects, traffic control, and hazardous situations when necessary.
Maintain communication with other Highway Maintenance Supervisors and district staff to support efficient and safe work across the district and state.