Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the people of Wyoming. We are currently seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Program in scenic Rock Springs, Wyoming. This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus (See eligibility notes) Work LocationThis position is based in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and provides safety support and representation for all of WYDOT District 3. About Rock Springs, Wyoming Rock Springs is the fifth-largest city in Wyoming and offers a high quality of life with abundant outdoor recreation, including fishing, biking, hiking, golfing, and access to the nearby Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. The community hosts an annual International Day festival celebrating cultural heritage through food, costumes, and traditions. Rock Springs is also home to Western Wyoming Community College and Wyoming’s Big Show carnival. Residents enjoy these amenities while benefiting from no state income tax. This position offers:Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) Are you ready to build a meaningful career in public service while enjoying the natural beauty of southwestern Wyoming? The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is hiring a Highway Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Program based in Rock Springs. About Rock Springs: As the 5th largest city in Wyoming, Rock Springs offers incredible outdoor recreation opportunities like fishing, biking, hiking, and golfing. It’s also the gateway to the beautiful Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Enjoy unique cultural experiences such as International Day, celebrating the city’s rich heritage, and attend events like Wyoming’s Big Show Carnival. The city is also home to Western Wyoming Community College, contributing to a vibrant community environment. Join WYDOT and help maintain the roads that keep Wyoming moving! 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, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ?? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: Terra Poling / 307-352-3048 / terra.poling1@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that 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 the 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 training and performance evaluations, and keeps up t
