Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Gillette, Wyoming to perform maintenance duties under limited supervision to provide a safe, high‑quality, efficient transportation system. Gillette is located on rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park and offers access to outdoor recreation. COMPENSATION Hiring Bonus: $2,000 Comprehensive 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 makes a difference for Wyoming communities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintain and operate complex equipment safely and proficiently; train incumbents in operation and maintenance of equipment; provide work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees. Operate single and tandem‑axle trucks, equipped with stripers, augers, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows, sanders, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface. Rehabilitate roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping. Maintain equipment and facilities in the rest area, 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. PREFERENCES & AGENCY REQUIREMENTS Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment. 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 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. Hazardous materials response procedures. Federal and State requirements for 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. Ability to utilize office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering). Experience: 0‑1 year of progressive work experience in Highway Maintenance/Construction; alternate: 2‑4 years of progressive work experience in Highway Maintenance/Construction. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License. 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 hail. Ability to walk long periods of time on even and uneven ground. Working around high‑speed traffic and heavy construction equipment. HIRING BONUS QUALIFICATION Temporary employees accepting a full‑time position. Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity – recruitment must have been opened to the public. One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete forfeits the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay. Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date. Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12‑month period. If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back. NOTES FLSA: Non‑Exempt. WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license. Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within 30 days. Individuals in this classification must pass a pre‑employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays; acceptance of an appointment to this classification signifies awareness and compliance; failure to be available without acceptable excuse may result in disciplinary action and possible dismissal. Must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call. Occasional overnight travel is required. E‑Verify: WYDOT uses E‑Verify to confirm eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States; learn more. The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug‑Free Workplace. The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr