Highway Maintenance Technician Lyman 2024-02485

Bellevue College; Wyoming; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to maintaining a safe and efficient transportation system in Wyoming. As a Highway Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in operating heavy equipment, ensuring road safety, and maintaining highway facilities. This position not only offers a competitive salary but also a $2,000 hiring bonus and a supportive work environment that values work-life balance. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to public service, this role is perfect for those who enjoy outdoor activities and want to make a difference in their community. Embrace the chance to work in a beautiful setting surrounded by nature while contributing to the safety of the state's transportation system.

Benefits

Hiring Bonus

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of state and federal highway safety standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for snow and ice removal from roadways.
• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Traffic Control

Equipment Maintenance

Safety Standards Knowledge

First Aid/CPR

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Hand Tools

Heavy Equipment

Computers

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are seeking two Highway Maintenance Technicians for the Maintenance Program in Lyman, Wyoming.

Lyman is a beautiful town at the base of the Uinta Mountains in the Bridger Valley. Hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, and other recreational activities abound. Wyoming is one of seven states with no income tax.

This position offers:

• $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

Human Resource Contact: Terra Poling / [e-mail] / 307-352-3048
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
• 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 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 for 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

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
• Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT
• Certificate of course completion in Defensive Driving
• First Aid/CPR certification
• 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 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: 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
OR
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 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, and hail
• Ability to walk long periods of time on even and uneven ground
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment
• Occasional Overnight Travel may be required

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• WYDOT conducts motor vehicle record checks to verify that candidates possess a valid driver's license
• Individuals in these positions must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing
• Individuals in these positions must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Individuals in these positions must report to the department shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call
• Occasional overnight travel is required
• Individuals in these positions may be asked to obtain water certifications if necessary
• Individuals in these positions must have the ability to successfully complete the following training provided by WYDOT: Certification to operate specified equipment, Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR certification, and Flagger certification
• 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, 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

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.