Asphalt & Chemistry Lab Technician 2026-01642

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation as an Asphalt/Chemistry Technician!

Are you passionate about ensuring quality in transportation systems and making a real impact in your community? The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a detail-oriented Asphalt/Chemistry Technician to join our team in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system across the state.

As an Asphalt/Chemistry Technician, you will take on a crucial role in performing materials testing for asphalt and chemistry sections. With minimal supervision, you will ensure that all materials meet stringent specifications, contributing to the safety and durability of our roadways. Your responsibilities will include following AASHTO, ASTM, and WYDOT standards, conducting engineering analysis, and providing data for product acceptance and design.

In addition, you'll be involved in training and guiding junior team members, ensuring that the department’s work maintains the highest standards. This role offers a chance to develop your technical expertise while making a tangible difference in Wyoming’s transportation infrastructure.

Working at WYDOT means being part of a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth. You will have the chance to develop your skills in materials testing and engineering analysis while collaborating with other dedicated professionals. Your work will directly impact the safety, efficiency, and quality of Wyoming’s transportation network.

This position offers: 

**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

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 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, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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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.
 
Take the next step in your career and help Wyoming build a safer, more efficient future. Apply today!

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.

• Performs materials specification compliance testing for product acceptance in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, and WYDOT test procedures
• Quality acceptance testing of emulsified asphalt, hot mix asphalt, performance-graded asphalt, crack sealant, wire fencing products, paint (traffic, structure), cement, concrete (chlorides, water), soil, and aggregate
• Performs materials testing for engineering analysis including specialized/research testing, AASHTO resource, and CCRL proficiency samples
• Performs test procedures during AASHTO resource and CCRL onsite inspections to maintain laboratory AASHTO resource and CCRL accreditation 
• Assists in field materials investigations and sample collection
• Trains temporary employees to perform specification compliance testing and monitors their work; Demonstrates procedures (test, safety)
• Trains/assists field personnel
• Cleans, maintains, operates, repairs, calibrates, and standardizes test equipment to comply with AASHTO resource and CCRL requirements
• Keeps work areas clean and ready for use 
• Makes recommendations for needed supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance
• Receives, logins, prepare materials for testing, and determines testing requirements
• Prepares/maintains/archives test records
• Maintains a paper archive of test results including original documentation and computations for future reference in case of disputed test results

KNOWLEDGE: 

 

• Knowledge of testing procedures, test methods, equipment operation, and maintenance; materials characteristics; laboratory safety, hazardous materials, and waste handling
• Skills in time management, organization, communication (technical writing), mathematical accuracy (algebra), and computer use
• Ability to communicate; train/direct/assist temporary employees; read/understand/implement new/existing test procedures
• Knowledge of safety procedures

   

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

• Ability to stand for long periods

NOTES:

 

• FLSA:  Non-Exempt
• 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.
  
  
• **Hiring Bonus Qualifying Reasons
• Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
• Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent 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; 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.

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

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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.