Highway Maintenance Technician and Snow Plow Operator

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Casper Wyoming. This position performs a variety of highway and roadway maintenance duties under limited supervision to help ensure a safe efficient and reliable transportation system for the traveling public. Responsibilities include routine and emergency highway maintenance activities roadway repairs snow and ice control traffic safety operations and operating maintenance equipment and tools in support of WYDOTs mission.

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This Position Offers:$2000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility details in Notes Section)

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
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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• Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently. Trains incumbents in the operation and maintenance of equipment. Provides 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 or equipped with plows wing plow sander and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface.
• Responsible for the rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs and highway striping.
• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and facilities in rest areas including water and wastewater treatment.
• Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications perform inspections and learn new skills.
• Communicates information to update others as to 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:


Preference may be given to applicants with a current Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment.


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 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.

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 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.

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid drivers 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.
• Occasional overnight travel is required.
• 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 including your rights and responsibilities
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Drivers 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 of Defensive Driving.
• Must have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must have the ability to obtain aFlaggercertification.
• **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus**
  1. Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
  2. Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent position
  3. Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public
  4. 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.
  5. Internal candidates must remain in the position for at least one (1) year from their promotion date.
  6. Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  7. 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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