TNHM06-2024-00064-Highway Maintenance Specialist I-Patrick Draw

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　　TNHM06-2024-00064-Highway Maintenance Specialist I-Patrick Draw

　　Salary

　　$22.63 - $25.14 Hourly

　　Location

　　Patrick Draw, WY

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　2024-00064

　　Department

　　045-WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Maintenance

　　Opening Date

　　01/11/2024

　　Closing Date

　　Continuous

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description and Functions

　　Open Until Filled

　　GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

　　The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a full-time Highway Maintenance Specialist I to work for the Highway Maintenance program. This position is essential in snow removal along the 1-80, as well as participating in the maintenance of roadways, delineation, mowing, snow fence repairs, etc. in and around the Patrick Draw area.

　　This position offers a:

　　$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

　　Human Resource Contact: 307-352-3048 / [email protected]

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

　　Operates and trains others to operate complex machinery in specialized applications safely.

　　Performs and oversees all maintenance tasks.

　　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.

　　Serves as a technical resource.

　　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 related to guardrail repair and snow and ice removal.

　　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.

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

　　Utilizes special computerized equipment.

　　Ability to use computer programs such as email, Word and Excel, and WYDOT reporting programs.

　　Ability to supervise others to schedule daily work activities in a safe work environment.

　　Ability to independently make decisions and use sound judgment daily.

　　Qualifications

　　PREFERENCES:

　　Preference may be given to those applicants with 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Construction and/or Highway Maintenance), and a current Class A CDL.

　　**Agency requires that the incumbent obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements within 30 days of employment.

　　KNOWLEDGE:

　　Knowledge of specifications, standard plans, policies and procedures, rules, regulations, and traffic control standards.

　　Knowledge of state highway pavement marking and signing standards.

　　Knowledge of highway equipment and operations.

　　Knowledge of computer systems.

　　Ability to meet weekly deadlines for reports/paperwork produced with accuracy and timeliness.

　　Knowledge of work reporting requirements and maintenance management practices are specific to WYDOT.

　　Knowledge of Federal and State requirements for the 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, and Material Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in completing tasks.

　　Knowledge of Hazardous Materials Response Procedures.

　　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

　　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

　　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 of time.

　　Work in adverse environmental conditions, which may include but not be limited to rain, snow, heat, and hail.

　　Ability to walk for long periods of time 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 aboutE-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov) , including your rights and responsibilities.

　　Housing is provided.

　　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

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

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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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