Highway Maintenance Specialist-Rural Striping 2025-01572 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4979140) Apply  Highway Maintenance Specialist-Rural Striping 2025-01572 Salary $22.63 - $25.14 Hourly Location Sheridan, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-01572 Department Department of Transportation Division Department of Transportation Opening Date 06/19/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification TNHM06 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Specialist I for the Rural striping crew in Sheridan, Wyoming. The position involves performing various rural striping duties under limited supervision to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system. To see what life at WYDOT can mean for you, we invite you to view below: This position offers: **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility + 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 For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: Click Here (https://www.dot.state.wy.us/home/administration/strategic\_performance/mission\_vision\_values\_1.html) Enjoy all 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 nine states with no income tax! View the following link to find out more about Sheridan and the surrounding areas: https://sheridanwyomingchamber.org/ Human Resource Contact: 307-674-2318 / Keri Griffith / keri.griffith2@wyo.gov (mail to: keri.griffith2@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. + Completes the annual rural (truck) striping goals every year, including striping centerlines, edge lines, turning bay delineations, and all other highway markings through all urban areas of the district. + Paints various new projects, chip seals, or emergency needs when necessary. + Performs off-season duties, including disassembling and reassembling the striper truck's paint delivery systems. Must completely inspect, clean, maintain, and modify if needed, with a very small margin of error. + Sets up safe traffic control. + Safely operates and trains others to operate complex machinery in specialized applications. + Performs and oversees all maintenance tasks. + Operates single and tandem axle trucks, equipped with striper, plows, wing plow, sander, and chemical systems to remove snow and ice from roadway surface. + Observes, verifies, and documents work activities of Highway Maintenance Assistants and Highway Maintenance Technicians. + Assists the manager in planning, assigning, and supervising. + Provides advice and assistance on repair procedures needed for highways, equipment, and buildings. + Performs managerial duties, including calculating production rates and scheduling priorities, coordinating with various city and state agencies, inventory and time entry into Agile Assets (AA), and other office work. + Communicates project information and proposed courses of action and/or subsequent consequences. + Provides input to performance evaluations for Highway Maintenance Assistants and Highway Maintenance Technicians. + Provides work direction to a crew daily. + Provides leadership and guidance to others while performing duties. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to applicants who have a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements prior to employment. KNOWLEDGE: + Knowledge of highway equipment and operations. + Knowledge of computer systems, work reporting requirements, and maintenance management practices specific to WYDOT. + Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards. + Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies and 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, snow plow, loaders, and tractors. + Knowledge of Safe Work Procedures, First Aid and CPR, and Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in completing tasks. + Ability to utilize office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones. + Skill in highway striping and painting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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 Technician Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within (12) months of hire OR Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Technician Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within (12) months of hire 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. + Work in adverse environmental conditions for extended periods. + Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment. NOTES: + FLSA: Non-Exempt + 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 Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call. + Individuals in this classification must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. + WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license. + Overnight travel will be required. + 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. + E-Verify: WYDOT uses this Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify (https://e-verify.gov) , including your rights and responsibilities. + **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus + Temporary employees accepting a full-time position. + Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public. + One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay. + Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date. + Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in 12 months. + If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back. Supplemental Information Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) 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. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!