Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator

Overview

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Torrington, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• 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 the maintenance of equipment and facilities at the rest area, 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 on work status and/or process effectiveness.
• Utilizes special computerized equipment.
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Adheres to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.

Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of relevant work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction). Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire. Or

Education:

Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering) with 0-1 year of relevant work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction). Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire.

• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to independently lift and/or carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods.
• Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, including rain, wind, snow, heat, and hail.
• Ability to walk for extended periods on even and uneven ground.
• Ability to work around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Possible out-of-town assignments to other crews/locations on a temporary basis.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• WYDOT is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• WYDOT uses E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and random drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus: temporary employees accepting a full-time position; internal candidates must complete at least one year of service; and certain other criteria apply.