Lab Analysis Technician 2026-01597

About the role

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Field Data Collection Lab Analysis Technician to join the team in Cheyenne. This position offers opportunities to contribute to the development of a safer and more efficient transportation network across the state.

Responsibilities

• Set portable traffic counter and classifier machines, and perform manual turning movement/classification counts throughout the state.
• Nail and tape sensors on roadways.
• Perform equipment-related repairs and preventive maintenance at automatic traffic data recorder sites.
• Analyze symptoms, troubleshoot, and test site fixtures.
• Change failed electronic devices and wiring harnesses.
• Cut and test sensor leads, make splices, and replace connectors.
• Use a computer to evaluate and program devices, download files, and record data.
• Use meters to take measurements and hand tools to remove and install equipment.
• Perform routine accuracy verification counts as a data quality assurance measure and calibrate sensor settings.
• Work on a small construction crew to install new traffic monitoring sites and upgrade and repair existing sites.
• Perform traffic control procedures.
• Operate construction equipment and hand and power tools to cut and place sensors into the roadway surface and install conduits, pull boxes, and cabinets in the adjacent right-of-way.
• Assist with the installation of fixtures such as cables, solar panels, wiring harnesses, and antennas.
• Use a cable locator/fault indicator to locate and mark underground utilities at our installations for contractors and others doing work nearby.

Qualifications

• PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: Must have the ability to travel extensively year-round.
• KNOWLEDGE:
• Skilled in the use of personal computers to program devices, run programs, download files, and transmit data.
• Ability to use simple electronic test equipment and apply basic troubleshooting skills to electronic installations.
• Skilled in the operation of motor vehicles in all weather conditions.
• Skilled in operating small construction equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in describing observations, symptoms, and problems with technical equipment, communications equipment, count and classification equipment, computers, and software.
• Ability to communicate professionally with the motoring public and law enforcement personnel.
• Ability to work effectively in remote locations with minimal supervision.
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering or Physical Sciences).
• Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in a Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis Assistant.
• Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in a Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis Assistant.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.