Highway Maintenance Technician Guardrail 2026-01417

State of Wyoming•Laramie, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Technician to support Guardrail Operations in Laramie, Wyoming. In this vital role, you will contribute directly to the safety, reliability, and quality of the state's transportation system by performing essential maintenance tasks and ensuring the integrity of roadway guardrails and related infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to build a lasting career with WYDOT, working outdoors, supporting public safety, and joining a team committed to excellence. Laramie offers a balance of outdoor adventure and small-town charm with year-round activities and is rich in history. WYDOT offers a $2,000 hiring bonus and Wyoming has no state income tax. Working for the State of Wyoming offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays, and retirement plans.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire
Ability to obtain a Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT
Ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion in Defensive Driving
Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification
Ability to obtain a Flagger certification
Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards
Knowledge of state and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures
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, CPR, and OSHA Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in maintenance activities
Knowledge of and the ability to utilize basic office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones
2-4 years of relative work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) OR Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering) with 0-1 year of relative work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction)

Responsibilities

Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently
Assists with training other technicians in the operation and maintenance of equipment
Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices under limited supervision
Operates heavy equipment, including single and tandem axle trucks, equipped with an auger, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from the roadway surface
Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and/or traffic control devices such as signs and pavement markings
Responsible for general maintenance of highway-related facilities such as rest areas; this may include performing water and wastewater treatment according to EPA and DEQ requirements
Attends and completes all state and federal training required to obtain/maintain certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills
Communicates information to update others' status and/or process effectiveness
Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as training and performance evaluations, and keeps up to date on technological advances with specialized equipment
Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways; determines the effectiveness of treatments and may determine when a change in treatment is necessary
Responsible for adhering to all state and federal safety and quality standards, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment