Highway Maintenance Supervisor I 2026-01745

State of Wyoming•Meeteetse, WY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Supervisor to join our maintenance team based in Meeteetse, Wyoming. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team to maintain and improve the state’s highways, playing a vital part in keeping Wyoming’s transportation system safe and reliable. This position offers more than a career—it’s a chance to contribute to your community while living in an area that provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Meeteetse means "meeting place" in Shoshone. It offers a unique blend of small-town charm, rich history, and exceptional outdoor recreation. Meeteetse is an authentic historic town founded during the mining era, and is literally where Butch Cassidy signed a petition for a new bridge in 1886. The surrounding area provides year-round opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ATV riding, hiking, and camping. Fishing for cutthroat trout in the Greybull river makes for wonderful weekends as well. In addition to a rewarding career serving the public, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, offering an attractive lifestyle and financial benefits for employees and their families. For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website. This position offers: $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 Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ?? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: 307-757-4416 / Jesse Maschke / [email protected]

Requirements

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 OR 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

Nice To Haves

WYDOT Maintenance experience and/or Management experience.
Ability to obtain water certifications if necessary.
Ability to obtain a Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
Ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion of Defensive Driving.
Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.
Ability to obtain a Flagger certification.

Responsibilities

Will lead a crew of 5 employees to ensure adequate services are provided along with the safest conditions for the traveling public.
Oversees and performs all maintenance tasks.
Observes, verifies, and documents the work activities of the team.
Plan, assign, and supervise the work of the team daily.
Communicates project information and proposed courses of action and/or subsequent consequences.
Completes performance evaluations for their team members.
Ability to make and record daily weather observations.
Complete budgeting, resource management, and scheduling for the department.
Operate single and tandem-axle trucks, equipped with an auger, aerial lift equipment, front plow, 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.
Attends and completes all required training to obtain or maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
Utilizes special computerized equipment.
Operate front-end loaders, plow trucks, rotary plows, and other heavy equipment to assist with snow removal.
Provides leadership, coordinates all maintenance activities, and gives direction to subordinates performing snow removal operations.
Ability to effectively and efficiently operate computer systems and programs.
Responsible for preparing long-range and yearly work plans for assigned road sections.