Rural Striping Supervisor 2025-01946

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your work directly contributes to public safety and community well-being? The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Rural Striping Supervisor to lead critical traffic striping operations based in Laramie, Wyoming. In this position, you will oversee and coordinate roadway striping efforts, guiding a dedicated team to ensure the visibility and safety of Wyoming's highways. Your leadership will be essential in keeping the state's transportation system efficient, reliable, and safe for all road users.

Located at the base of the Snowy Range Mountains, Laramie offers a rich combination of natural beauty and small-town charm. With quick access to skiing, hiking, fishing, and rock climbing at places like Vedauwoo and Curt Gowdy State Park, outdoor adventure is just minutes away. As the home of the University of Wyoming, Laramie also provides a vibrant atmosphere full of energy, culture, and community pride.

Beyond the lifestyle, Wyoming offers tangible benefits-it's one of only nine states with no state income tax, creating an added financial advantage for residents.

This is more than a job-it's a chance to lead a team, make a visible impact, and build a rewarding career in one of the most scenic regions of the West. Join WYDOT and help keep Wyoming moving safely forward.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus!(See Notes section for eligibility)
• Unbeatable Benefits Package: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus a robust State Retirement Plan with additional savings options.
• Generous Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work/Life Balance: Be part of a team that values your well-being.
• Impact Your Community: Help keep Wyoming's roads safe for all!

Human Resource Contact: Mandy McMicheal / ... /...

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

• Supervises the striping operations of a crew and assigns daily activities according to the overall work plan determined by the District Traffic Supervisor II.
• Schedules crew members for rotating shifts, assigns labor and equipment to assist neighboring maintenance crews, and plans for coverage/equipment in anticipated weather events; works in the field when crews are running short and as needed.
• Identifies training needs of subordinate crew members; ensures training is completed; may conduct training for leads and technicians; responsible for employee hiring, coaching, and development; communicates with human resources regarding disciplinary actions and recruitment needs.
• Conducts performance appraisals for crew members; ensures crew members have access to computers to complete appraisals and required online training.
• Responsible for the upkeep, service, and scheduling of equipment repairs for their crew.
• Responsible for deciding the type of maintenance treatment or application used by the crew to accomplish the job at hand; provides guidance to the crew on how to perform an unfamiliar or irregular method.
• Orders and maintains materials and inventory; communicates needs for high-dollar purchases to the District Traffic Supervisor II.
• Utilizes the computer to accurately record work orders, employee time cards, and material usage in agency systems; records crew's work accomplishments.
• Monitors project budgets and progress, inspects projects according to state and federal quality standards, and assesses road sections and associated infrastructure for needed repair/maintenance; communicates unplanned maintenance to the area supervisor.
• Ensures crews are working safely and according to established safety policies and procedures; conducts daily safety briefings and lines out precautions for each work activity; ensures crew members have the appropriate protective gear prior to the start of the operation.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships amongst crew members and the public; communicates ongoing maintenance projects, traffic control operations, and hazardous situations to the public when necessary.
• Maintains ongoing and open communication with other Highway Maintenance Supervisors and district staff to ensure work is completed efficiently and safely across the overall district and statewide.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of state and federal highway safety standards and traffic control procedures
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations and basic mechanical repair
• Knowledge of routine and specialized highway maintenance operations
• Knowledge of agency policies and procures, agency quality and road service commitments, and safe work practices
• Knowledge of budget monitoring, agency billing procedures, and inventory tracking
• 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, etc., and city and county governments.)
• Knowledge of resource and time management
• Knowledge of team building practices and relationship building

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's 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:

Class A Commercial Driver's License

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:

Class A Commercial Driver's License

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools.
• 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.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions, which may includebut not be limited to rain, snow, heat, and hail.
• Ability to walk for extended periods on even and uneven ground.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.

• Individuals in this classification must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and 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. 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 must report to the department Shopwithin 30 minutesof receiving a call.

• Frequent overnight travel is required.

• 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 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.