Traffic maintenance specialist

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:


The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Highway Maintenance Specialist I to work for the Traffic/Signing program. This position is under limited supervision; and participates in the primary placement, installation, overlaying, maintenance, and repair of all sizes of highway signs to safely and efficiently regulate, warn, and inform the traveling public, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation and MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) regulations throughout District Three.

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

Human Resource Contact: Terra Poling/ /



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Participates in work operations and makes sure completed work meets WYDOT specifications, including mounting height, lateral placement, road angle, wind load, and safety breakaway criteria.
• Assists with signing for emergency road damage operations.
• Review existing signs on the highway system and schedule damaged, faded, or improper installations for overlay or replacement.
• Orders replacement or new signs calculates post lengths, takes locations, and arranges for utility locates for new sign installations or signs that have been damaged by wind or vehicle crashes.
• Help notify maintenance crews of upcoming work and work that has been completed.
• Assists with the annual District sign maintenance program.
• Inspect all signs District-wide for vandalism, reflectivity, failure of materials, and overall general condition of the signs.
• Orders required sign overlays or replacement signs for both District and Maintenance crews.
• Delivers overlays and signs that have been constructed in the sign shop to the maintenance crews.
• Helps maintain a physical inventory of signing materials on hand and maintains a computerized inventory of all signs and sign appurtenances.
• Mentors other employees on safe work procedures, equipment operation, material management, inventory, and daily time and charge entries.
• Assumes supervisor role in the absence of the foreman.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:


Preference may be given to candidates who have a Class A Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain NCCCO certification within 12 months.



KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of highway equipment and operations
• Knowledge of computer systems, work reporting requirements, and maintenance management practices specific to WYDOT.
• Knowledge and skill in the operation of the forklift, front-end loader, digger/derrick/crane trucks, man lift truck, and the electrical and hydraulic equipment that is run off of these trucks to get the signing operations complete along with other specialized equipment if needed
• Skill and Ability to communicate with co-workers, contractors, and the general public to complete daily, complex, and out-of-the-ordinary tasks safely and efficiently.

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:

• 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 with it. Failure to be available for emergency work, without an acceptable excuse, will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal.
• Individuals in this classification will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• 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, which may include but not be limited to rain, snow, heat, and hail.
• Ability to walk for long periods on even and uneven ground.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
• Individuals in this classification must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• 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.
• 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.
• Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: 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.

• 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, 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 a 12-month period.

  • 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

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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.

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