Highway Maintenance Worker Jobs

Description
Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system!
Benefits
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which include

• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Fun, inviting teammates
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• 13 paid holidays
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Military leave
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service

Pay rate of $16.626 (Effective July 1, 2023, pay rate will increase to $19.119). Proficiency and certification in the operation of heavy highway maintenance equipment will result in eligibility for promotion to a Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior at $17.901 (Effective July 1, 2023, pay rate will increase to $20.586).
Please reach out to Alexis Vlademar, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more.
Apply today using our new quick apply process! Just attach your resume when prompted. No resume? Use the text box provided to tell us about your experience and qualifications.
Examples of Work

• Be able to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Perform manual labor such as pothole patching, sign repair, erecting snow fence, roadway, bridge & culvert repair.
• Be available for emergency call out.
• Report to work for emergencies with short notice.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and assist with repair.
• Be able to climb, bend, stoop & crouch.
• Be able to work long hours in times of emergency (flooding & storms).
• Be able to load & unload materials.
• Operate equipment such as: Loader, trucks, tractors, mower, hand tools.
• Be able to work in extreme temperatures.
• Have a good driving record.

Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
PREFERRED: Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or farming background. A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement. Commercial Pesticide applicator's license. Basic computer experience.
OTHER: A valid Class A Commercial Drivers license with tanker endorsement is required within 6 months of employment. Required training and costs associated with obtaining the CDL will be paid for by the Department. Must be a safe worker that is team-oriented. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of: safe operation of power and motor-driven equipment; public safety procedures; methods and materials used in servicing tools and automotive equipment.
Ability to: perform heavy manual labor for long periods of time and endure working outside in all types of weather and on high-speed highways, runways, and similar locations; paint, spread, or apply maintenance and construction materials, and communicate information so others will understand; read labels, notices, and directions, and follow instructions; learn the operation of various heavy-duty vehicles and safety requirements related to this equipment; learn the operation of two-way radios and other equipment; safely move, drag, lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance); climb, bend or stoop.
Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 30 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an "on-call" status.
NDOT encourages applicants of all ages and experiences to apply.