Highway Maintenance Technician 2025-01743 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/5002364) Apply  Highway Maintenance Technician 2025-01743 Salary $20.66 - $22.96 Hourly Location Elk Mountain, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-01743 Department Department of Transportation Division Department of Transportation Opening Date 07/14/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification TNHM05 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Build a Career in the Heart of Wyoming’s Wild Beauty The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a dedicated Highway Maintenance Technician to join our team in Elk Mountain, Wyoming. If you’re seeking meaningful work with a strong sense of purpose—and the chance to live among some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the country—this opportunity might be just what you’re looking for. As a Highway Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a hands-on role in keeping Wyoming’s roadways safe and reliable. Your work will directly support the communities that depend on our highways every day, through every season, and in all kinds of weather. Whether it’s clearing snow from mountain passes or repairing vital infrastructure, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in maintaining one of the nation’s most beautiful and essential transportation networks. Life in Elk Mountain Tucked at the base of its towering namesake peak, the town of Elk Mountain offers a quiet, scenic lifestyle filled with outdoor adventure. With world-class trout fishing, exceptional hunting, snowmobiling, skiing, and endless hiking and camping opportunities, this is where nature lovers thrive. And if you’re craving a taste of city life, the University of Wyoming in Laramie is just over an hour away. Why WYDOT? We offer more than a job—we offer a career built on public service, teamwork, and balance. Eligible new hires receive a$2,000 hiring bonus, andstate housing is available. You’ll enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a strong state retirement plan with additional savings options, and generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Best of all, you’ll live and work in one of the few states withno income tax. At WYDOT, we’re committed to maintaining a transportation system that supports Wyoming’s economy and communities. Join us, and you’ll be part of that mission every day. Apply Today Ready to make a difference while living your Wyoming adventure? Visit our website to learn more about WYDOT’s values and apply now. Your next chapter begins in Elk Mountain. Human Resource Contact: Mandy McMicheal/ 307-745-2111 / mandy.mcmicheal@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. + Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently + Assists with training other technicians in the operation and maintenance of equipment + Under limited supervision, flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices + 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 the roadway surface + Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and/or traffic control devices such as signs and pavement markings + Responsible for general maintenance of highway-related facilities such as rest areas; this may include performing water and wastewater treatment according to EPA and DEQ requirements + Attends and completes all state and federal training required to obtain/maintain certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills + Communicates information in order to update others' status and/or process effectiveness + Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as training and performance evaluations, and keeps up to date on technological advances with specialized equipment + Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways; determines the effectiveness of treatments and may determine when a change in treatment is necessary + Responsible for adhering to all state and federal safety and quality standards, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment. Qualifications PPREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: **Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License. **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 in Defensive Driving. **Must have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification. **Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger certification. KNOWLEDGE: + 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 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 OSHA Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in maintenance activities + Knowledge of and the ability to utilize basic office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of relative work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hir e OR Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering) Experience: 0-1 year of relative work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire Necessary Special Requirements 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. + Work in adverse environmental conditions, which may include, but not be limited to, rain, snow, heat, and hail. + Ability to walk for extended periods on even and uneven ground. + Working 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. + Individuals in this classification must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. + Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Acceptance of an appointment to this classification signifies that the individual is aware of this requirement and will comply with it. Failure to be available for emergency work without an acceptable excuse will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal. + Individuals must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call. + The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace. + E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) , including your rights and responsibilities. + **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus + Temporary employees are accepting a full-time position. + Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public. + One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay. + Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date. + Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period. + If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back. Supplemental Information Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!