Highway Maintenance Technician and Snow Plow Operator
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Transportation
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Engineering
General Description
General Description: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Crew in Dubois, Wyoming—where Old West charm meets modern adventure! This vibrant town is known as the “best escape in Wyoming,” offering a scenic drive to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Picture yourself working to keep our highways safe and efficient while enjoying everything from hiking and fishing to snowmobiling and dog sledding.
If you have a passion for the outdoors and a talent for keeping things running smoothly, we want you on our team! Plus, you can put more cash towards your next adventure with no state income tax. Don’t just work—explore, experience, and thrive in the beautiful landscapes of Wyoming!
This Position Offers a $2,000 hiring bonus (eligibility details in Notes Section).
Essential Functions- Maintain and operate complex equipment safely and proficiently.
- Train incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
- Provide work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees.
- Under limited supervision, flag traffic and set up traffic control devices.
- Operate single and tandem axle trucks with stripers, augers, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces.
- Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.
- Responsible for equipment and facilities maintenance in the rest areas, including water and wastewater treatment.
- Attend and complete all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
- Communicate information to update others as to work status and/or process effectiveness.
- Utilize special computerized equipment.
- Perform duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
- Adhere to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.
- Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements before employment.
- Preference may be given to applicants who have Water and Waste Water Certifications.
- 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.
- Must have the ability to obtain water certifications if necessary.
- Must have the ability to obtain certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
- State highway maintenance and highway construction standards.
- State highway pavement marking and signing standards.
- Specifications, standard plans, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.
- Equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
- Federal and State requirements for the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Basic equipment operation for single and tandem axle trucks, loaders, and tractors.
- Safe Work Procedures, First Aid and CPR, and Material Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in completing tasks.
- Hazardous Materials Response Procedures.
- Ability to utilize office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones.
Education and Experience Substitution: 2–4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire.
Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering).
Experience: 0–1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction).
Physical Working Conditions- 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, and…
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