Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator 2026-00222
About the role
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking Highway Maintenance Technicians in Douglas, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision in order to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices.
- Operates single and tandem axle trucks, equipped with striper, auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface.
- Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all aspects of the WYDOT Highway System and Right-of-Way, including carcass and litter removal, delineation, fence repair, drainage maintenance, mowing, guard rail and cable rail repair, sign repair, traffic control, roadway surface maintenance and paving, concrete repair, striping, and various other tasks that may be assigned.
- Keeps track of time and material usage on various jobs and logs time, equipment, and material usage on time cards or electronically in the computer data system.
- Maintains and upkeeps equipment and facilities, including landscaping, janitorial care, repair maintenance, and water and wastewater treatment.
- May be required to obtain a WDEQ Water / Waste Water Operators Certification as needed.
- Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
- Communicates information to update others on work status and/or process effectiveness.
- Utilizes special computerized equipment.
- Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
- Adheres to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.
Qualifications
- Possesses a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
- 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.
Skills
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 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.
Benefits
This Position Offers A:
- $2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retailment - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!
Pay
Salary range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour The salary range is based on the job level and qualifications of the candidate. The actual salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Schedule
Hours: Full-time Shift: Day Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Flexibility: Some flexibility may be available based on the needs of the department.