Highway Maintenance Supervisor II

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Highway Maintenance Supervisor II to oversee the Northern District 3 maintenance operations. This role is based in Jackson, Afton, and Pinedale and includes managing the state’s only avalanche control crew. As the Highway Maintenance Supervisor II, you will lead and mentor teams performing essential highway maintenance duties to ensure Wyoming’s roadways remain safe, high-quality, and efficient year-round.

Experience Small-Town Charm and Outdoor Adventure in Western Wyoming!

In the northern region of WYDOT's District 3, you’ll discover the perfect balance of small-town hospitality and outdoor adventures. Enjoy life in scenic communities that feature vibrant food, art, and shopping scenes, along with peaceful days spent fishing, hiking, and camping in breathtaking surroundings. This region is also a gateway to Yellowstone, Bridger Wilderness Area, and Grand Teton National Parks, offering world-class skiing, biking, rafting, and wildlife viewing. Whether you're looking to explore the great outdoors or relax in a welcoming town, this is an ideal place to live, work, and thrive.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 that may be performed in the job level.

Identifies training needs of subordinate supervisors and crews; ensures training is completed; may conduct training for subordinate supervisors, assigned staff, and/or other District personnel; develops performance plans with subordinate supervisors; participates in employee hiring, firing, disciplining, coaching, and development; maintains an effective workforce.

Consolidates multiple and/or competing budget requests and makes related recommendations to upper management.

Oversees supervisors in the scheduling and utilization of crew members, materials, equipment, and resources in order to accomplish planned and unplanned maintenance projects

Collaborates with upper management to facilitate resolutions to issues. Communicates with the public as necessary to facilitate a resolution to concerns.

Ensures that all labor, employee time, materials, and inventory are recorded accurately in agency databases and monitors the project progress for several crews while comparing to allowable budgetary expenses; communicates needed budget allowances to the District Maintenance Engineer and reallocates funds across subordinate crews to keep projects moving forward

Prepares purchase requests for equipment and tools; prepares bids for services and obtains quotes according to state and agency procurement rules

Responsible for contractor oversight or to assist subordinate supervisors with oversight; may have oversight over rest area caretakers, contracted snow removal/asphalt repair companies, or any other related contracted services.

Coordinates travel and lodging arrangements for traveling crew members; responsible for the appropriate fiscal documentation and timely submission to the agency accounting office

Communicates with district management, other maintenance crews, and the public to resolve issues and address unforeseen or immediate maintenance needs; ensures that work is completed on time, on budget, safely, and in accordance with state and federal quality standards

Works with subordinate supervisors when there are issues with a project. This may require altering work plans, collaboration with other crews/districts, job coaching, and working in the field

Considers potential impacts to road sections and public mobility when issues arise that impede projects and makes decisions to reallocate labor and resources or to change the project plans; communicates decisions to the District Maintenance Engineer when there is a significant impact to the public

Ensures that all subordinate supervisors and crews adhere to established safety policies and procedures

Utilize ERP to run reports to confirm the fiscal accountability of the assigned crews' annual maintenance work plan.

Assists other and/or absent Highway Maintenance Supervisors I and II when requested; maintains regular communication with maintenance staff and district engineers to ensure staffing levels are adequate, anticipated weather events have appropriate coverage, and that agency service level commitments are upheld on road sections

Performs fieldwork as necessary to ensure assigned projects and snow removal operations are completed effectively and efficiently.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with at least one year of supervisory experience with WYDOT.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of state and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures

Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and basic mechanical diagnosis, and repair

Knowledge of highway maintenance operations in all seasons

Knowledge of agency policies and procedures, agency quality and road service commitments, and safe work practices

Knowledge of budget monitoring, basic accounting practices, and inventory tracking

Knowledge of strategic planning, organizing people, and coordinating resources to support the achievement of department operational goals

Knowledge of computers, basic office equipment, Gmail, and WYDOT databases/systems

Knowledge of regulations and state and federal agencies that relate to highway maintenance operations (i.e., OSHA, EPA, DEQ, BLM, USFWS, Bureau of Reclamation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, etc., and city and county governments)

Knowledge of leadership principles, performance management, and conflict resolution techniques

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Management)

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Class A Commercial Driver's License

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Class A Commercial Driver's License

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Individuals in this classification 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. Individuals must report to the 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 acceptance excuse will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal.

Occasional use of manual and power hand tools.

Daily use of motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.

Frequent exposure to hazardous materials.

Ability to sit/stand and operate equipment for long periods.

Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently.

Work outdoors for extended periods in adverse environmental conditions.

Occasional overnight travel is required.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt

The 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 the 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 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 Maintenance

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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.