Highway Maintenance Technician & Snowplow Operator 2026-01979

State of Wyoming•Douglas, WY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking Highway Maintenance Technician & Snowplow Operators in Douglas, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision in order to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system. Douglas is located on the North Platte River and is known as the "Home of the Jackalope." Douglas is rich in history with the Oregon and Bozeman Trails and the historic frontier post, Fort Fetterman. Ayers Natural Bridge and Park is a beautiful place to get away from it all, along with plenty of fishing, hunting, and hiking. Several walking and biking trails, an outdoor municipal pool, and golfing are also enjoyed by Douglas residents. Casper and Cheyenne are just over an hour away in either direction. Wyoming also boasts no state income tax. This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus. 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, flexible schedules and work-life balance options, and meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities.

Requirements

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 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 of state highway pavement marking and signing standards.
Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies and 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 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)
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire OR Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering) with 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 of time.
Work in adverse environmental conditions, which may include but not be limited to rain, snow, heat, wind, and hail.
Ability to walk long periods on even and uneven ground.
Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
Individuals in this classification at times could be working out of town and potentially assigned to other crews/locations on a temporary basis.
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 holidays.
Individuals must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.

Nice To Haves

Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.

Responsibilities

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.
Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices.
Operates single and tandem axle trucks, equipped with striper, auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface.
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all aspects of the WYDOT Highway System and Right-of-Way, including carcass and litter removal, delineation, fence repair, drainage maintenance, mowing, guard rail and cable rail repair, sign repair, traffic control, roadway surface maintenance and paving, concrete repair, striping, and various other tasks that may be assigned.
Responsible for keeping track of time and material usage on various jobs and logging time, equipment, and material usage on time cards or electronically in the computer data system.
Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment and facilities, including landscaping, janitorial care, repair maintenance, and water and wastewater treatment.
Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
Communicates information to update others on 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.