Highway Maintenance Technician & Snow Plow Operator

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high‑quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. As a Highway Maintenance Technician located in Jackson, Wyoming, you will perform a variety of maintenance duties under limited supervision to ensure roadways are safe and functional.

$2,000 hiring bonus (eligibility depends on notes). Comprehensive benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement – pension and 457B plans
• Flexible schedules and work‑life balance options
• Meaningful work that serves Wyoming communities
• And many more. For detailed information, visit the benefits page.

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• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently
• Assists in training other technicians in equipment operation and maintenance
• Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices under limited supervision
• Operates heavy equipment: single and tandem axle trucks, auger trucks, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadways
• Responsible for rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices (signs, pavement markings)
• Maintains highway‑related facilities such as rest areas, including water and wastewater treatment per EPA and DEQ requirements
• Attends and completes all required state and federal training to obtain/maintain certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills
• Communicates information to update others’ status and improve process effectiveness
• Utilizes computers for agency practices, performance evaluations, and stays current on technological advances
• Removes snow and ice from roadways, evaluates effectiveness of treatments, and determines when changes are needed
• Adheres to all state and federal safety and quality standards, including proper use of personal protective equipment

Preference may be given to applicants who already hold a current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the appropriate endorsements. All applicants must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months of hire.

• Ability to obtain water certification, if required
• Ability to obtain a certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT
• Ability to obtain a defensive driving course certificate
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
• Ability to obtain flagger certification

• State highway pavement marking and signing standards
• State and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures
• Equipment maintenance and repair procedures
• Hazardous materials response procedures
• Federal and state requirements for personal protective equipment
• Operation of single and tandem axle trucks, loaders, and tractors
• Safe work procedures, First Aid, CPR, and OSHA safety data sheets for chemicals used
• Basic office equipment use (computers, calculators, telephones)

Education and Experience:

• Preferred:
  Associate’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Preferred: 2‑4 years of relevant experience in highway maintenance/ construction.
• Alternatively: 0‑1 year of experience combined with an Associate’s Degree.

• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment
• Exposure to hazardous materials
• Ability to lift or carry 50 pounds independently
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods
• Work in adverse environmental conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail)
• Ability to walk long periods on even or uneven ground
• Work around high‑speed traffic and heavy construction equipment
• Occasional overnight travel required

• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt
• WYDOT conducts motor vehicle record checks to verify valid driver’s license.
• Pre‑employment drug screening and physical required; random drug and alcohol testing will be conducted.
• Available for emergency work calls at all times, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of a call.
• Drug‑free workplace policy.
• E‑Verify is used to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.