Temporary Snow Plow Operators and Highway Maintenance Technicians 2026-02484

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking multiple Temporary Snow Plow Operators to perform winter snow plow operations and highway maintenance in and around Jackson, Afton, Pinedale, Wamsutter, Rock Springs, Lyman, Evanston, Granger, Kemmerer, La Barge, and Cokeville. This is a temporary, full-time role lasting up to 9 months.

Essential duties include operating plow-equipped trucks, performing de-icing duties, and maintaining safety at work sites with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Class A or B CDL with appropriate endorsements.
• Experience in road construction, maintenance, and equipment operations preferred.
• Must have the ability to obtain Defensive Driving certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Flagger certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and operates core and complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Utilizes special computerized equipment.
• Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices under limited supervision.
• Operates single and tandem-axle trucks equipped with plows, wing plows, a sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces.

Skills

CDL A/B

Defensive Driving

First Aid/CPR

Flagger Certification

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking multiple Temporary Snow Plow Operators in and around Jackson, Afton, Pinedale, Wamsutter, Rock Springs, Lyman, Evanston, Granger, Kemmerer, La Barge, & Cokeville to perform winter snow plow operations and highway maintenance under limited supervision to provide a safe, high-quality, efficient transportation system.

This is a temporary, full-time position that could last up to 9 months.

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

• Maintains and operates core and complex equipment safely and proficiently.
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Utilizes special computerized equipment.
• Flags traffic and sets up traffic control devices under limited supervision.
• Operates single and tandem-axle trucks equipped with plows, wing plows, a sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surfaces.

PREFERENCES

• Must have a current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.
• Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in road construction, maintenance, and equipment operations.
• **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 Hazardous Materials Response Procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

None - See "Preferences"

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 includebut 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.

NOTES

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• 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.
• Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• WYDOTwill 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 Shopwithin 30 minutesof receiving a call.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
• This is a temporary, full-time position that could last up to 9 months.

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.