Highway Maintenance Technician

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Lusk, Wyoming to perform maintenance duties under limited supervision to provide a safe and effective transportation system. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes) 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 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 stripers, augers, aerial lift equipment, or provided with plows, wing plows, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces. Responsible for rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping. Responsible for maintenance of equipment and facilities at the rest area, including water and wastewater treatment. Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain necessary 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. PREFERENCES / AGENCY REQUIREMENTS Ability to obtain water certifications if necessary. Ability to obtain a Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT. Ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion of Defensive Driving. Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification. Ability to obtain a Flagger certification. KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards. Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies and 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 the 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience: 2–4 years of progressive work experience in Highway Maintenance/Construction; or Associate’s Degree (typically in Engineering) with 0–1 year of relative work experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Ability to obtain a ClassA Commercial Driver’s License within twelve (12) months of hire. 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 independently lift and/or carry 50 pounds. Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time. Ability to 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. Ability to work around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment. Occasional overnight travel is required. NOTES FLSA: Non‑Exempt. WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license. Applicants must pass a pre‑employment drug screening and/or physical and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Applicants must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Applicants must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call. WYDOT is a Drug‑Free Workplace. WYDOT uses E‑Verify 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr