Senior Technical Operations Technician 2026

State of Wyoming; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Health insurance

Paid vacation / leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a full-time Telecom Senior Technician in Basin, Wyoming, to install, repair, and maintain public safety radio systems and related equipment across mobile and stationary platforms.

The role involves 24/7 on-call support, occasional tower climbs up to 200 feet, and collaboration on ITS and HAR projects; a $2,000 hiring bonus is available along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree in Electronics; 0-2 years of progressive work experience at Technician II level.
• Or 3-5 years progressive experience at Technician II level; must obtain Class A CDL.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator license or equivalent certification; valid driver's license.
• Must complete background check; ability to obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, maintain telecom mobile radio systems in vehicles and sites.
• Use software to troubleshoot and program telecom devices.
• Install and maintain CAT5e/CAT6 wiring and test circuits.
• Test fiber links and support ITS and HAR system integration.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support and participate in emergency rotation; climb towers up to 200 feet.

Skills

Communication skills

Electronics knowledge

FCC rules

Testing equipment

Hand & power tools

Education

Associate's Degree in Electronics

Tools

CAT5e wiring

CAT6 wiring

Fiber testing equipment

Radio interface devices

Job description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Telecom Senior Technician located in Basin, Wyoming. This position is critical for telecommunication system repair, install, or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and two-way public safety radio communications system, mobile broadband communications, and radio equipment in service and emergency vehicles.

This position offers:

• 2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!

Total compensation information and resources are available for review within the organization.

Human Resource Contact: [phone] or [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Performs installation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and inspections of public safety agency telecommunications mobile radio systems and related electronic equipment in state-owned vehicles, buildings, and mountaintop repeater sites.
• Uses computer software applications to troubleshoot and program telecom devices.
• Installs and maintains devices that interface to commercial broadband services.
• Installs and maintains CAT5e and CAT6 wiring, and tests circuits.
• Tests fiber circuits connecting to the radio sites and connection of fiber endpoints.
• Assists with installation and integration of communications systems serving roadside Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) components and Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) stations; provides ongoing maintenance.
• Serves as 24/7 "Subject to call Technician" and serves on a district emergency on-call rotation and responds to assist with outage repairs.
• Duties include high-priority repairs based on outage reports and automated network performance monitoring capabilities; or equivalent. Tower climbing up to 200 feet, snowcat and ATV operations.
• Trains local radio system users in the operation of advanced telecommunications equipment.

Qualifications

Preferences

Preference may be given to those with 3 to 5 years of progressive work experience in the maintenance and repair of electronic devices or telecommunications systems or an Associate's Degree in Electronics. Ideal candidates will have or be willing to obtain certifications in the following CPR/First Aid, FCC GROL, WYDOT Tier I & Tier II certified climber. Agency requires the successful applicant to possess a FCC Radiotelephone Operator's license or equivalent certification. Agency requires the successful applicant to possess a valid driver's license.

Knowledge:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills: prepare records, reports, correspondence and technical drawings, clearly explain technical issues to non-technical persons.
• Broad knowledge of electricity, electronics, information technology, and telecommunications: including telephony, data communications, integration of voice and data communication system with computer and electronic devices, transmission media, tower structures, vehicle electrical system and building/facility services.
• Knowledge of electronic theory, FCC rules & regulations, and the critical thinking skills necessary to troubleshoot complex advanced electronic equipment and systems.
• Ability to use specialized voice and data telecommunication test systems and equipment, analyze performance results, interpret/use specification sheets and technical diagrams/manuals.
• Ability to use a wide range of basic hand and power tools in all work settings.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Associate's Degree in Electronics. Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Technical Operations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Technical Operations Technician II. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License.

Or

Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Technical Operations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Technical Operations Technician II. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License.

* Must successfully complete background check.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work in adverse weather conditions, including rain, snow, cold, heat, and hail.
• May work at heights of 200 feet and below.
• May work on a ladder.
• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Exposure to high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• May work alone.
• Requires a significant amount of travel throughout the District in adverse conditions.
• Physical Ability: Bending, stooping, lifting fifty (50) pounds; safely lifting and moving necessary materials from one point to another; ability to stand or stand for long periods of time; ability to walk long periods of time on even and uneven ground.

Notes:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• 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. 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.
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
• Occasional overnight travel is required.
• 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.
• Individuals must have the ability to work alone and unsupervised.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• Must complete a DCI background check.
• 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, including your rights and responsibilities.

Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

• Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent 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.

Supplemental Information

• 045-Department of Transportation - Chief Engineer - Emergency Communications
• Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
• Click here to view the State of Wyoming total Compensation Calculator.
• 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.