Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a
Highway Maintenance Technician for our Maintenance Crew in
Cheyenne, Wyoming. This team completes maintenance and repair
throughout District One in Southeastern Wyoming to provide a safe,
high-quality, and efficient transportation system.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range
but still true to the Old West's history. The city offers nearby
mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other
outdoor activities. Cheyenne is also home to the "Daddy of 'em
All"- Cheyenne Frontier Days - held every last week of July.
Wyoming is one of seven states with no state income tax.
To see what life at WYDOT can mean for you, we invite you to
view below:
Human Resource Contact: 307-745-2111 ellen.teigen@wyo.gov
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 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 stripers,
auger, aerial lift equipment, or equipped with plows, wing plows,
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.
- 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 to include the correct use of all associated personal
protective equipment.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants whohave a current Class A
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements
prior to employment.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of state highway maintenance and highway construction
standards
- Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing
standards
- Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies,
procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.
- Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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
OR
Education & ExperienceSubstitution:
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
Necessary Special Requirements
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 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.
- Occasionalovernight travel may berequired.
- 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 byWYDOT.
- 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.
- 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 aboutE-Verify, including your rights and
responsibilities.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer -
District Maintenance
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay
Structure.
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.
