Highway Maintenance Technician 2024-02047

State of Wyoming; Wyoming; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at the Wyoming Department of Transportation as a Highway Maintenance Technician, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and efficient transportation system. This position involves operating heavy machinery, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values public service and work/life balance. With a culture of growth and development, you will receive training and certifications while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a hiring bonus. If you're ready to make a difference in your community, this role is for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in Highway Maintenance or Construction.
• Ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain complex equipment for highway maintenance.
• Train and direct Highway Maintenance Assistant employees.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Traffic Control

Maintenance Procedures

Safety Standards

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Hand Tools

Computerized Equipment

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Douglas, Wyoming, to perform various maintenance duties under limited supervision in order to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

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This position offers a:

**$2,000 Hiring Bonus**See notes for eligibility

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website:
https://www.dot.state.wy.us/home/administration/strategic_performance/mission_vision_values_1.html

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide work direction to Highway Maintenance Assistant employees.
• Under limited supervision, 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.
• Responsible for keeping track of time and material usage on various jobs and logging time, equipment, and material usage on time cards or electronically in the computer data system.
• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of 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.
• Responsible for adhering to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including the correct use of all associated personal protective equipment.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.

**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.

KNOWLEDGE:

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Assistant

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire

OR

Education:
Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering)

Experience:
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Assistant

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within twelve (12) months of hire

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 lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions, which may include but not be limited to rain, snow, heat, wind, and hail.
• Ability to walk long periods on even and uneven ground.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Individuals in this classification at times could be working out of town and potentially assigned to other crews/locations on a temporary basis.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm all newly hired employees' eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• 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.

• **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

  • Temporary employees 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.

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Maintenance

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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