Maintenance Avalanche Forecaster

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to providing a safe high-quality and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are currently seeking a Highway Maintenance & Avalanche Forecaster for our Maintenance Program located in Jackson.

Jackson Hole is rich with year-round activities and wildlife right at your fingertips. Enjoy quick trips to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park along with world-class skiing biking rafting and wildlife viewing. Jackson Hole is also a hub for food enthusiasts artists and shoppers offering an experience unmatched in any mountain town. Additionally Wyoming is one of the few states with no state income tax.

• Lead and support a maintenance team in the field.
• Perform road maintenance duties including snow removal surface repairs and equipment operation.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and WYDOT standards.
• Provide on-call assistance during emergencies or adverse weather conditions.

This position offers a:

• *$2000Hiring Bonus
• *$2713Monthly Housing Assistance
  • *See notes for eligibility

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
• Compiles analyzes and interprets field observations data from a wide variety of sources including remote weather stations
• Analyzes mesoscale and synoptic scale meteorological conditions and patterns
• Forecasts for wind speed direction and duration temperatures precipitation type snowfall amounts rainfall amounts and rain/snow line elevations
• Forecasts for anticipated avalanche activity based on pre-existing snowpack conditions and the forecasted weathers impact on those conditions
• Determines Highway Avalanche Hazard Rating and provides work direction regarding maintenance operations and necessary precautions
• Communicates forecast to internal and external stakeholders
• Performs snow weather and avalanche field testing and observations utilizing industry specific equipment in multiple highway corridors with over seventy avalanche paths
• Observes and records avalanche activity
• Performs weekly checks on all remote avalanche mitigation systems; repairs gas systems at elevations of 10000 feet
• Schedules and manages helicopter long line flight operations in support of delivering oxygen propane and Obellx units to and from field locations
• Carries explosive rounds black powder blasting cups blasting caps and safety fuses; assembles high order explosives and arms machinery
• Deploys RACS detonates hand thrown or dropped explosives on foot and via helicopter and fires Howitzer according to specialized trainings standards and protocols Operates and maintains weather stations determines weather data collection locations ensures proper power supply programs data loggers and communications systems monitors communication and data transfer quality and repairs communication issues
• Makes decisions to close and reopen highways; coordinates the work of others to perform road closures avalanche mitigation and avalanche debris cleanup
• Performs highway maintenance to maintain roadways
• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License within (12) months of hire

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


Education:
Bachelors Degree (typically in Management)

Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Specialist

Certificates Licenses Registrations:
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License within (12) months of hire

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Highway Maintenance/Highway Construction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Maintenance Specialist

Certificates Licenses Registrations:
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License within (12) months of hire

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools
• Training and usage of specialized equipment for snow abatement and safety.
• 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 on even and uneven ground
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment
• 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.

NOTES:

• WYDOT conducts motor vehicle record checks to verify that candidates possess a valid drivers license.
• Individuals in these positions must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Individuals in these positions 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 in these positions must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Occasional overnight travel is required.
• Individuals in these positions may be asked to obtain water certifications if necessary. Individuals in these positions must have the ability to successfully complete the following training provided by WYDOT: Certification to operate specified equipment Defensive Driving First Aid/CPR certification and Flagger certification.
• Housing may be 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 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.

• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the housing assistance

  • Employees must work and reside in the eligible county to receive the housing assistance. (Verification of physical address will be required.)

  • Temporary time-limited duties and interim assignments in the eligible countyarenoteligible.

  • The housing assistance will be prorated based on the number of hours worked by the eligible employee in any given month not to exceed the total assistance amount.

  • Temporary employees (Class Code: TP01) and contract employees (Class Code: AWEC) are noteligible to receive the housing assistance.

  • Employees who receive state-provided housingare noteligible to receive the housing assistance.

  • Employees receiving the housing assistanceare noteligible for per diem travel expenses to their primary work location.

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

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URL: 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.