Avalanche Control Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $23.21 - $25.79 Hourly
Location : Jackson, WY
Job Type: Temporary Full-time
Job Number: 2026-02195
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: ATTP99
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming.
We are seeking two (2) Temporary Avalanche Technicians for the Avalanche/Maintenance Program in Jackson, Wyoming.
In this role, you will use meteorological and snowpack data to forecast weather conditions and assess avalanche hazards. Your work will directly reduce the danger of avalanches impacting Teton Pass, Snake River Canyon, Hoback River Canyon, the Town of Jackson, and surrounding travel corridors.
The ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, safety-focused individuals who enjoy working outdoors in the beautiful winter conditions of northwest Wyoming.
Human Resource Contact: Terra Poling /terra.poling1@wyo.gov/ 307-352-3048
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Assist in Installing and maintaining weather stations, snow-supporting structures, automated road closure gates, and avalanche control devices like Gazex, O'bellx, Avalanche Guard, 105mm Howitzer, and Infrasonic detection systems.
• Make daily weather, snowpack, and avalanche observations.
• Evaluate current weather and snowpack observations to help produce an avalanche hazard forecast for highways in the Jackson area.
• Work with the forecasters to determine the optimal timing and conduct avalanche control missions using the infrastructure listed above.
• Gather and document weather, snowpack, and avalanche events according to industry standards for historical and forecasting purposes.
• High level of fitness and excellent winter backcountry travel skills.
• Teach avalanche safety and rescue to maintenance personnel.
• Assist with budgeting, resource management, and scheduling.
• Assisting maintenance and construction with snow removal and contract administration.
• Secondary duties include operating front-end loaders and other heavy equipment to assist in snow removal.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/ **AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
**Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Avalanche Control and Operational Avalanche Forecasting experience.
• National Avalanche School
• Level I - III, and CAA Level II Pro level 1 courses
• Several years of avalanche mitigation experience.
• Experience in maintaining remote weather stations.
• Utilizing and maintaining Remote Avalanche Control Systems (RACS) such as Gazex or Obellx.
• AAUNAC training is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of purchasing procedures.
• Knowledge of long-range planning.
• Knowledge of as-constructed plans.
• Knowledge of monetary limitations and proper procedures to initiate payments.
• Knowledge of handling, storage, and safe use of high explosives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls anytime, 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.
• Must have the ability to sit/stand and operate equipment for long periods of time.
• Working with explosives and hazardous work in winter storms, natural avalanches are common conditions for this work.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Individuals in this classification will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• 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 , including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation- WYDOT- Chief Engineer- District Maintenance
To learn more about the Wyoming Department of Transportation please visit us at
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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.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Non Benefit Position
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03
Do you have Avalanche Control and Operational Avalanche Forecasting experience?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have National Avalanche School, Level I - III?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have CAA Level II Pro level 1 courses?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have several years of avalanche mitigation experience?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you have experience maintaining remote weather stations?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you have experience utilizing and maintaining Remote Avalanche Control Systems (RACS) such as Gazex or Obellx?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you have AAUNAC training?

• Yes
• No

10
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

11
(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

12
(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
13
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
14
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

15
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

16
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

17
(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question