Highway Maintenance Technician and Snow Plow Operator

Open Until Filled

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician (TNHM
05) to work in Lovell, Wyoming. This position performs a variety of highway maintenance duties under limited supervision to support WYDOT’s mission of providing a safe, efficient, and high-quality transportation system for the traveling public.

Discovered by Henry Clay Lovell, the town of Lovell has deep roots in the ranching industry and is known as “The Rose City” due to the abundance of roses throughout the community. Located in the heart of Mustang Country, Lovell hosts the annual Mustangs Days celebration each summer and offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere.

Lovell is also just a short drive from the Bighorn Mountains, providing easy access to a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, golfing, camping, ATV riding, fishing, boating, swimming, and wildlife viewing. In addition, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, making it an attractive place to live and work.

This position offers:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus See Notes section for eligibility
• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Human Resource Contact:  / Jesse Mashcke / jesse.maschke1

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently. Trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment. Provides work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees. Under limited supervision, 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 rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.
• Responsible for maintenance of equipment and facilities in rest areas, including 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 as to 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.

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License
• 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, 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.
• Knowledge of operating computer programs such as Google Suite, and Microsoft Suite

• Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge…