Highway Maintenance & Snow Plow Specialist 2026-01595

About the role

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a Highway Maintenance Specialist I for the Maintenance Program located in La Barge, Wyoming. This position offers a $2,000 hiring bonus for qualifying applicants who meet certain criteria.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates and trains others to operate complex machinery in specialized maintenance applications
• Leads the performance of daily maintenance tasks as assigned by the Highway Maintenance Supervisor I; provides regular work direction to the crew
• Aids in tracking inventory, material usage, labor, and equipment mileage in the supervisor’s absence
• Provides advice and assistance on repair procedures needed for highways, equipment, and buildings; makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding any unplanned maintenance activities that may be needed
• Serves as a technical resource for the crew; identifies and corrects any maintenance activity not performed according to state and federal safety and/or quality standards
• Communicates project issues to the supervisor; proposes a new course of action to safely keep the project moving forward
• Provides input to the supervisor regarding crew performance issues and success observed in the field
• Operates heavy equipment including, but not limited to: single and tandem axle trucks equipped with an auger, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows, sanders and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface
• Rehabilitates roadway surfaces and traffic control devices; oversees on-the-road traffic control operations, including oversight of safety procedures and quality standards
• Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as for training and performance evaluations, and keeps up to date on technological advances with specialized equipment
• Uses computers for agency practices, such as for training and performance evaluations, and keeps up to date on technological advances with specialized equipment
• Operates heavy equipment including, but not limited to: single and tandem axle trucks equipped with an auger, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows, sanders and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface
• Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as for training and performance evaluations, and keeps up to date on technological advances with specialized equipment

Requirements

• Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements within 30 days of employment
• Have 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Technician
• Have a minimum of 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Technician

Qualifications

• Possess an Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering)
• Have 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Technician
• Have a minimum of 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Technician

Skills

• Knowledge of highway maintenance operations
• Knowledge of computers, basic office equipment, Gmail, and WYDOT databases/systems
• Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards
• Knowledge of state and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance, basic mechanical diagnosis, and repair procedures
• Knowledge of hazardous materials response procedures
• Knowledge of federal and state requirements for proper use of personal protective equipment
• Knowledge of basic equipment operation for single and tandem axle trucks, loaders, and tractors; knowledge of specialized heavy equipment used in maintenance activities
• Ability to use computer programs such as email, Word, and Excel, and WYDOT reporting programs
• Ability to supervise others to schedule daily work activities in a safe work environment
• Ability to independently make decisions and use sound judgment daily

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
MUCH MORE!

Pay

$Competitive starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM