TNHM05-2022-04213-Highway Maintenance Technician-Sign Crew-Traffic-Sheridan

Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Enjoy all the historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you'll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, other outdoor activities, and too many festivals and events to mention. Don't forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February! Feel like city activities? Billings, Montana, is less than two hours away. And Wyoming is one of only seven states with no income tax!

Human Resource Contact: 307-674-2318

jennifer.sullivan@wyo.gov

• 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 striper, auger, aerial lift equipment, plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface.
• Responsible for rehabilitation of roadway surfaces and traffic control devices such as signs, highway striping, traffic signals, roadway lighting, and electrical devices.
• Responsible for adhering to all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including using all associated personal protective equipment correctly.
• Attends and completes all required training to obtain/maintain required certifications, perform inspections, and learn new skills.
• Communicates information to update others on work status and/or process effectiveness.
• Utilizes special computerized equipment.
• Performs duties involved in removing snow and ice from roadways.
• Replace and repair signs in District Four.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

• 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 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 (MSDS and SDS) 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.

Education & Experience Substitution:

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 and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License

OR

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

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Individuals must report to the Department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving the call.
• Acceptance of an appointment to this classification signifies that the individual is aware of this requirement and will comply.
• Failure to be available for emergency work without an acceptable excuse will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• May work at heights of 50 feet and below out of a bucket or lift truck in heavy traffic.

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Individuals in this classification will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• 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.
• Frequent 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. 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.
• 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.

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Maintenance

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State employees a very generous benefits package. Please click here for more information on the State of Wyoming employee benefits.