Utilities Technician 2025-01540
State of Wyoming
Posted on Jun 14, 2025
Description and Functions
- Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Are you ready to play a vital role in enhancing the safety and efficiency of Wyoming's transportation system? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Utilities Technician to manage investigations and resolve conflicts involving utility companies affected by WYDOT construction and maintenance activities. In this role, you will ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while collaborating closely with various stakeholders to smoothly integrate utility considerations into highway construction plans. Your contributions will be instrumental in developing contract bidding processes that prioritize safety and efficiency for our state’s transportation network.
By joining us, you will engage in impactful work that directly enhances the safety and functionality of our roads, making a difference in the lives of Wyoming residents. You will work alongside a passionate team dedicated to improving our state’s infrastructure, gaining valuable experience that will propel your career in public service and transportation management.
If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that supports the community while ensuring compliance and safety, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of shaping the future of Wyoming's transportation system.
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: 307-757-0537
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Performs utility database maintenance so that the agency can track and notify utility companies located inside the agency's right-of-way that are impacted by agency activities or that are a hindrance or safety hazard to the traveling public
- Assists utility companies with setup and training for the online utility database licensing system
- Learns and applies the agency rules, regulations, and operating policies regarding utilities
- Helps conduct and/or prepare materials for meetings, seminars, etc., with public and private organizations (to include elected officials, representatives, etc.)
- Sends highway project plan notifications to WYDOT and utility companies
Qualifications
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KNOWLEDGE:
- Experience with database record maintenance and quality-checking
- Time management and multi-tasking skills
- Public speaking and telephone skills
- Technical, legal, and creative writing skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel
- Skills in dealing with difficult people and situations
- Skills in reading and interpreting legal documents
- Knowledge of engineering design principles
- Knowledge of project plan basics
- Knowledge of cartography and engineering design plan reading
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Associate's Degree (typically in Engineering)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Transportation occupational group).
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Transportation occupational group).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
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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
- Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent 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
Click here 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.