Highway Maintenance Technician and Snow Plow Operator

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician for our Maintenance Crew in Muddy Gap, Wyoming. This team completes maintenance and repair throughout District Two in Central Wyoming to provide a safe and effective transportation system.

Responsibilities

Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently; Trains incumbents in equipment operation and maintenance; Provides work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees; Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices under limited supervision; Operates single and tandem-axle trucks equipped with stripers, auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, 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 in rest areas, including water and wastewater treatment; 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; Responsible for adhering to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including correct use of all associated personal protective equipment

Requirements

Must have the ability to obtain water certifications if necessary; 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; Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace; 2-4 years of progressive work experience in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Assistant OR an Associate's Degree in Engineering with 0-1 year of progressive work experience in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction; Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire; Knowledge of state highway maintenance and highway construction standards; 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 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; 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; Work in adverse environmental conditions; Ability to walk for extended periods on even and uneven ground; Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment; Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing; Must be available for emergency work calls at any time including nights, weekends, and holidays; Must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call

Nice to have

Current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements; Water and Waste Water Certifications

Benefits

$2,000 Hiring Bonus; 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; WYDOT Housing (16x80 modular home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with utilities paid); Wyoming is one of nine states with no income tax