Senior Technical Operations Technician 2026-01521
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Senior Technical Operations Technician 2026-01521
Salary
$32.33 Hourly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Temporary Full-time
Job Number
2026-01521
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
06/09/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
TP01
Description
Benefits
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Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Telecom Senior Technician in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position is critical for telecommunication system repair, install, or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and two-way public safety radio communications system, mobile broadband communications, and radio equipment in service and emergency vehicles.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days of employment
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidaysafter 6 months of employment.
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 (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)
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Human Resource Contact: (307) 777-4455 or amy.vigil1@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Performs installation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and inspections of public safety agency telecommunications mobile radio systems and related electronic equipment in State owned vehicles, buildings, and mountaintop repeater sites.
This position is the SME for WYDOT Roadside Radio Operations, testing, programming, maintenance and setup.
Uses computer software applications to troubleshoot and program telecom devices.
Installs and maintains devices that interface to commercial broadband services.
Installs and maintains CAT5e and CAT6 wiring, and tests circuits.
Test fiber circuits connecting to the radio sites and connection of fiber endpoints
Assists with Installation and integration of communications systems serving roadside Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) components and Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) stations; provides ongoing maintenance.
Serves as 24/7 "Subject to call Technician" and serves on a district emergency on-call rotation and responds to assist with outage repairs.
Duties include high priority repairs based on outage reports and automated network performance monitoring capabilities; or equivalent. Tower climbing up to 200 feet, snowcat and ATV operations.
Trains local radio system users in the operation of advanced telecommunications equipment.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES
Preference may be given to those with 3 to 5 years of progressive work experience in the maintenance and repair of electronic devices or telecommunications systems or an Associate's Degree in Electronics.
** Agency requires the successful applicant to possess an FCC Radiotelephone Operator's license or equivalent certification.
**Agency requires the successful applicant to possess a valid driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE:
Effective written and verbal communication skills: prepare records, reports, correspondence and technical drawings, clearly explain technical issues to non-technical persons.
Broad knowledge of electricity, electronics, information technology, and telecommunications: including telephony, data communications, integration of voice and data communication system with computer and electronic devices, transmission media, tower structures, vehicle electrical system and building/facility services.
Knowledge or electronic theory, FCC rules & regulations, and the critical thinking skills necessary to troubleshoot complex advanced electronic equipment and systems.
Knowledge of radio operations, VHF and digital radio systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Associate's Degree in Electronics.
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Technical Operations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Technical Operations Technician II
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Technical Operations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Technical Operations Technician II
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License
Must successfully complete background check.
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work in extreme weather and involve heavy lifting
Works at heights of 200 feet and under.
Subject to call-out for outage repairs 24/7 to any location in the State. Travel to remote & difficult-to-access communication sites by special-purpose vehicle and/or on foot, snowshoes, skis or other means.
Ability to safely and confidently perform tower * antenna work at levels up to 200 feet and on horizontal sidearms out to ten feet. Ability to safely pick up and carry 50-pound items
If selected for the position, the candidate must pass a pre-employment physical exam, administered by his/her physician at WYDOT's expense, to certify the candidate as physically capable of performing the tower work safely.
Successful candidate should establish and/or maintain his/her primary residence within 30 miles of the Cheyenne WYDOT shop to facilitate prompt response to mission-critical public safety communications systems outages.
Ability to effectively manage own time and work with limited supervision for extended periods, and to make reasoned decisions when confronted with unusual circumstances.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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. 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 shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
Occasional overnight travel is required.
Must have the ability to obtain a certification to operate specified equipment as directed by WYDOT.
Must have the ability to obtain a certificate of course completion in Defensive Driving.
Must have the ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR certification.
Must have the ability to obtain a flagger certification.
Individuals must have the ability to obtain a Flagger Certification.
Individuals must have the ability to work alone and unsupervised.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
E-Verify: WYDOT usesE-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) , 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.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - Chief Engineer - Emergency Communications
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
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