Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) as a Temporary Friction Truck Driver! Are you ready to play a key role in ensuring the safety and quality of Wyoming’s roadways? WYDOT is looking for a Temporary Friction Truck Driver in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where you’ll be making an impact by helping maintain one of the most crucial parts of the state's transportation system. As a Friction Truck Operator, you will be responsible for performing friction testing on WYDOT roadways, ensuring that they meet both WYDOT and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) specifications. This is your opportunity to work under limited supervision and provide invaluable data and basic engineering calculations that contribute to maintaining safe and efficient highways. You’ll be at the heart of keeping Wyoming’s transportation system high-quality and secure. If you're passionate about precision, safety, and supporting the future of Wyoming's roads, this is your chance to make a real difference. Don’t miss out—apply today and be part of something vital to Wyoming’s future! 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. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays. Retirement - Pension and 457 B plans that help you build a secure future. Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communitiesand MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4356 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that 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 E 274 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 about E-Verify, 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.