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NEOGOV · 22 hours ago

Highway Maintenance Technician and Snowplow Operator 2026-00046

Newcastle, WY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20.66/hr - $22.96/hr

0+ years exp

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician in Newcastle, Wyoming. In this role, you will perform a variety of maintenance duties under limited supervision, ensuring the safety, quality, and efficiency of Wyoming’s transportation system.

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Responsibilities

Maintains and operates complex equipment safely and proficiently—trains incumbents in the 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 an 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, including water and wastewater treatment

Install and maintain weather stations, snow-supporting structures, and automated road closure gates

Make daily weather and snowpack observations

Attends and completes all required training in order to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills

Communicates information in order 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

Maintenance tasks, including fencing, patching, mowing, delineating, signing, and sweeping

Qualification

Highway Maintenance KnowledgeEquipment OperationFirst Aid/CPR CertificationDefensive Driving CertificationFlagger CertificationSafety Standards KnowledgeCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Assistant

Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License

Must have the ability to obtain water certifications if necessary

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 a Flagger certification

Preferred

Current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment

Benefits

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family

Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts

Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security

Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans

Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement

Employee Assistance Program– Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts

Wellness Program– Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health