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State of Wyoming ATTP99-2024-00794-Friction Truck Operator-Cheyenne in United States

ATTP99-2024-00794-Friction Truck Operator-Cheyenne

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ATTP99-2024-00794-Friction Truck Operator-Cheyenne

Salary

$20.66 - $22.96 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2024-00794

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

05/09/2024

Closing Date

5/22/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a Friction Truck Operator in Cheyenne, Wyoming. As a Friction Truck Operator, you will be responsible for performing various duties, under limited supervision, to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

Perform friction testing on Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) roadways in accordance with WYDOT and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) specifications and requirements. Provide test data and perform basic engineering calculations to help maintain a safe, high-quality state transportation system.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4467

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

  • Conducts the annual friction survey of selected roadways on the Wyoming state highway system using a specially designed friction trailer in accordance with ASTM E274

  • Ensures the friction test vehicle and trailer meet all safety requirements, traffic laws are observed, and testing is performed in a manner that is safe and courteous to the public

  • Develops and maintains field reports including, but not limited to, the following information: location and road section, date and time of day, weather conditions, lane and wheel path, pavement type, and skid number Maintains testing equipment to ensure it is operating within calibration and specification

  • Diagnoses and troubleshoots basic mechanical and software problems

  • Schedules travel and data collection activities for the most efficient use of time and resources

  • Processes collected friction files and generates reports for the annual Pavement Management System Analysis Report

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to those who have a Valid driver’s license and Mechanical skills

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Written and oral communication

  • Ability to read, understand, and implement technical procedures

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more and be seated for long periods while collecting data across the state.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Requires extensive in-state and occasional out-of-state travel

  • Keeps up with new equipment and test procedures

  • Learns how to maintain and repair equipment without damaging or affecting the calibration

  • Recognizes problems with the quality of data being obtained and trouble-shooting equipment or procedures used

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Non-exempt

  • 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 (http://www.e-verify.gov) , including your rights and responsibilities

  • The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.

  • This is a temporary, full-time position with no expectation of continued employment and may be dismissed at any time without cause or reason.

Supplemental Information

045-Wyoming Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Engineering & Planning - Materials

Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) 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.

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