Highway Maintenance Technician & Snowplow Operator 2026-01885

Posting number: 2026-01885

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: Department of Transportation

Job classification: TNHM05 - HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety, Trades, Transportation, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance

Summary

Open Until Filled



GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Join Our Team as a Highway Maintenance Technician!

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is excited to announce an opening for a Highway Maintenance Technician in beautiful Baggs, Wyoming! If you’re passionate about public service and ensuring safe and efficient transportation, we want to hear from you.

Why Choose WYDOT?

$2,000 Hiring Bonus– Jumpstart your journey with us! (See eligibility details below)
Bonus perk: Wyoming is one of just nine states with NO state income tax!
Be Part of Something Bigger. At WYDOT, you’re not just an employee—you’re a vital part of building Wyoming’s future. Learn about our mission, vision, and values here.

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
• 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

About Baggs: Nestled in the picturesque Little Snake River Valley at the southern boundary of Wyoming, Baggs is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Experience the stunning Sierra Madre Mountains, perfect for hunting, birdwatching, and fishing. Encounter wildlife like deer, elk, antelope, and a variety of bird species. Plus, enjoy the benefits of living in one of the seven states with no income tax!

Interested? For more information about our mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: WYDOT Mission, Vision, Values.

Take the next step in your career and help us maintain Wyoming's transportation system. Apply today!

Human Resource Contact: Mandy McMicheal / 307-745-2111 / mandy.mcmicheal@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 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 to update others' status and/or process effectiveness
• Utilizes computers for agency practices, such as for tra