Independent Assurance Technician 2026-02092

Independent Assurance Technician 2026-02092

Salary

$25.21 - $28.01 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02092

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TNFD06

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join Our Team as an Assurance Technician - Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming

Are you passionate about quality, safety, and making a real impact on transportation infrastructure? We're looking for a dedicated Independent Assurance Technician to oversee Independent Assurance (IA) across a significant portion of Wyoming. In this pivotal role, you'll evaluate testing technicians, oversee materials sampling and testing, and provide hands-on training in the field. Your work will directly support the delivery of a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system across the state.

This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to shape the standards of transportation in Wyoming while working outdoors, traveling the state, collaborating with skilled professionals, and making sure every road and bridge is built to last.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

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!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: 307-757-0537

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

• Evaluates certified technicians performing acceptance testing, including WYDOT personnel, contractors, and consultants, in the performance of test procedures in each area of certification in which they are testing
• Independently communicates with field offices to monitor project schedules and progress, tracking construction activities to determine when work is occurring
• Travels weekly to job sites to evaluate technicians testing aggregate, asphalt, concrete, plant mix pavement, and other materials
• Conducts split sampling with technicians and observes on-site testing procedures to verify both contractor and WYDOT field test results
• Transports split samples to the Central Laboratory for testing and comparison of results to ensure the project sampling and testing is valid
• Observes field testing technicians performing materials tests at project sites and verifies practices are in compliance with testing procedures
• Provides assistance and training to field testing technicians on field testing procedures
• Serves as a member of the Materials Testing Manual committee and gives recommendations for changes to the manual
• Assists in providing instruction at materials testing training seminars in the Materials Laboratory and with the Wyoming Materials Tester Technician Certification Seminars
• Cleans, maintains, repairs, and calibrates testing equipment
• Makes recommendations for supplies needed/inventory, and equipment maintenance

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants who have a Wyoming Materials Technician Certification in Soils and Aggregate, Asphalt Cement, Portland Cement, and/or an American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician Level 1 Certification.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of testing procedures
• Knowledge of testing equipment operation and maintenance
• Knowledge of specifications, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of materials characteristics
• Knowledge of construction practices
• Knowledge of laboratory safety
• Knowledge and skills in the evaluation of materials and direction of work activities
• Skills in written and oral communication and computer use
• Ability to evaluate test results, give recommendations, and direct activities
• Ability to adjust to changing schedules, procedures, and policies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associates Degree (typically in Civil and Environmental Engineering)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis Technician

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in a Transportation occupational group and Laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Field Data Collection and Lab Analysis Technician

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to travel throughout the State of Wyoming to various construction projects
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

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.
• 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.

Supplemental Information

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

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

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.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

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
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters 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

How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have a Wyoming Materials Technician Certification in Soils and Aggregate, Asphalt Cement, Portland Cement, and/or an American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician Level 1 Certification?

• Yes
• No

06

(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

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees 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.

08

(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

09

(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

10

(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 veterans 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 Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

11

(A) 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

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm