This position plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp (WMCC), located just outside Dubois, Wyoming. Working alongside the WMCC caretaker, you’ll help create a safe, functional, and welcoming environment while supporting habitat that benefits bighorn sheep, elk, and deer.

In this hands-on role, you’ll take the lead on irrigating agricultural fields, maintaining buildings and grounds, and keeping camp operations running smoothly. From troubleshooting and repairing systems like plumbing, heating, irrigation, lighting, and water systems, to monitoring equipment logs and staying ahead of preventative maintenance—you’ll be at the center of keeping the facility operating at its best.

We’re looking for candidates who enjoy working outdoors, take pride in hands-on problem-solving, and can work both independently and as part of a team.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov

• Operates as a team member and is self-directed to identify and solve problems
• Provides daily irrigation of agricultural fields, providing habitat for bighorn sheep, elk, and deer
• Maintains facility, including repair and/or oversight of facility's plumbing, heating system, irrigation system, and lighting systems
• Greets incoming WMCC leaders
• Monitors equipment logs and ensures proper maintenance schedules are upheld
• Monitors and provides maintenance on sophisticated electrical systems, which include: fire alarm system and fire alarm control panel, electrical and battery-operated lights and doors
• Performs lawn and landscape care, including mowing, raking, and grounds irrigation; maintains sprinkler system; trims tree and plants and does other landscape work
• Performs custodial and janitorial services during and between camps, including, but not limited to, cleaning of cabins, dining hall, restrooms, flooring, and trash receptacles
• Performs regular cleaning of windows, carpets, tile, and countertops
• Maintains and repairs equipment and tools
• Purchases supplies
• Sets up and takes down meeting room furniture for Department meetings
• Performs preventive maintenance on facility buildings and grounds
• Maintains Material Safety Data Sheets and Hazard Communication Program for the facility
• Responsible for weed identification and control; maintains records of pesticide applications
• Maintenance of the water system (including well, filters, and chlorination)
• Serves as the contact person for camps
• Assist and support camp leaders with logistics activities such as driving vehicles, etc.
• Works approximately 40 hours per week, including work on some weekends
• Fence construction and maintenance – wildlife and stock fence
• ATV/UTV operation and maintenance
• Operation of power tools, 4x4 pickups, and trailers

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to those with farm or ranch background or experience related to range management, fish and wildlife resource management, habitat development or college course work towards a degree in range, fish, or wildlife management.

**Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of heating and cooling systems
• Knowledge of electrical systems and wiring
• Knowledge of plumbing systems and repair
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations
• Knowledge of lawn sprinkler systems, lawn and landscape care chemicals
• Knowledge of basic math
• Skill in record keeping of contractor services and performance
• Skill in working on ladders
• Skill in basic computer use, e-mail, and word processing.
• Skill in organizing, planning, prioritizing, and managing time
• Ability to listen, be a team player, and communicate with other employees and the public
• Ability to work alone and exercise independent judgment
• Skill in the use of hand tools, including carpentry; skill in the use of lawn care equipment

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Weekend work will be required
• Positions may require extended stays in campers or tents
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Position will often independently work outside in all weather conditions

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment
• Position will be located in Dubois (5/16/2026 thru 8/15/2026)
• Position may have housing provided (cabins and/or campers)
• Uniform, rain gear, and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.
• CONTACT: For more information regarding these positions contact Kevin Howard, Lander Region Habitat and Access Supervisor, at 307-335-2626

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.