Highway Maintenance Supervisor I 2026-02088

State of Wyoming•Pole Creek, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Supervisor I in Pole Creek, Wyoming, to assist in managing the maintenance of roadways, roadway structures, buildings, rest areas, and other critical infrastructure. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, quality, and efficiency of the state’s transportation system by supervising maintenance crews and overseeing daily operations to protect the traveling public. Life at Pole Creek offers a peaceful and authentic rural lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bighorn Mountains. Located near Buffalo, Wyoming, the area provides a unique balance of quiet country living, wide-open spaces, and easy access to the amenities and community of a historic mountain town. Living in this part of Wyoming means experiencing the changing seasons, abundant wildlife, expansive landscapes, and the rugged beauty that defines the region. The nearby Bighorn Mountains provide endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, camping, and exploring the many scenic roads and trails throughout the mountains. Pole Creek offers a slower pace of life and a strong connection to the land, while its proximity to Buffalo provides the convenience of a welcoming community with deep Western roots. It is a place where the landscape, independence, and close-knit rural way of life come together to create a truly special Wyoming experience.

Requirements

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, agency 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/systems
Knowledge of regulations and state and federal agencies that relate to highway maintenance operations (i.e. OSHA, EPA, DEQ, BLM, USFWS, Bureau of Reclamation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, etc., and city and county governments)
Knowledge of resource and time management
Knowledge of team building practices and relationship building
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Management)
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Specialist
Class A Commercial Driver’s License OR 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Specialist
Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Supervises the highway maintenance operations of a crew and assigns daily activities according to the overall work plan determined by the Highway Maintenance Supervisor II.
Schedules crew members for rotating shifts, assigns labor and equipment to assist neighboring maintenance crews, and plans for coverage/equipment in anticipated weather events; works in the field when crews are running short and as needed.
Identifies training needs of subordinate crew members; ensures training is completed; may conduct training for leads and technicians; responsible for employee hiring, coaching, and development; communicates with human resources regarding disciplinary actions and recruitment needs.
Conducts performance appraisals for crew members; ensures crew members have access to computers to complete appraisals and required online training.
Responsible for the upkeep, service, and scheduling of equipment repairs for their crew.
Responsible for deciding the type of maintenance treatment or application used by the crew to accomplish the job at hand; guides the crew on how to perform an unfamiliar or irregular method.
Orders and maintains materials and inventory; communicates needs for high-dollar purchases to the Highway Maintenance Supervisor II.
Utilizes the computer to accurately record work orders, employee time cards, and material usage in agency systems; records crew’s work accomplishments.
Monitors project budgets and progress, inspects projects according to state and federal quality standards, and assesses road sections and associated infrastructure for needed repair/maintenance; communicates unplanned maintenance to area supervisor.
Ensures crews are working safely and according to established safety policies and procedures; conducts daily safety briefings and lines out precautions for each work activity; ensures crew members have the appropriate protective gear prior to the start of the operation.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships amongst crew members, local landowners, and the public; communicates ongoing maintenance projects, traffic control operations, and hazardous situations to the public when necessary.
Maintains ongoing and open communication with other Highway Maintenance Supervisors and district staff to ensure work is completed efficiently and safely across the overall district and statewide.