Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Elwood

State of Nebraska • Elwood, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior in Elwood, Nebraska, to help build and maintain a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system. The listed hiring rate is $21.953 per hour for the Senior level. The posting also states a $20.39 per hour rate for Highway Maintenance Worker; proficiency and certification in heavy highway maintenance equipment operation make an employee eligible for promotion to the Senior rate. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions may receive hourly pay differentials based on continuous service: $1 after one year, another $1 after three years, and another $1 after five years.

The position operates highway and specialized maintenance equipment, performs roadway and structure repairs, maintains equipment and maintenance-yard facilities, and moves materials and equipment. It also involves training coworkers as needed and responding to snow-removal and other emergencies, including on-call work with short notice, nights, weekends, holidays, adverse weather, and traffic conditions. The worker must be able to report for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions.

The position requires a valid driver’s license and, for the Senior classification, a Class A or B CDL with air-brake and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment. A valid Class A CDL with O restriction and tanker endorsement is also required within 90 days of hire through the department’s in-house training program; the department pays the permit cost. Work includes lifting and moving materials, working outdoors in temperature extremes and around high-speed traffic, and maintaining regular and reliable attendance.

The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement, paid holidays and leave, insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, and training and development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• For the Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior classification, possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.
• Obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with O restriction and tanker endorsement within 90 days of hire through the department’s in-house CDL training program; the department pays the cost to obtain the permit.
• Be able to be placed on call and respond during non-scheduled work hours, including holidays and weekends, for emergencies and special events.
• Be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally without assistance, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance.
• Be able to climb, bend, and stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes; and work around high-speed traffic.
• Be able to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Have basic computer and arithmetic skills.
• Be willing and able to learn, accept challenges, and adjust to new technology and processes.
• Demonstrate a quality- and results-oriented sense of urgency, safe and reliable work practices, respectful interactions, conflict-resolution skills, and sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating heavy equipment or a farming background.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement.
• Commercial pesticide applicator’s license.
• Basic computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate highway and other maintenance equipment, including trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors.
• Operate specialized equipment for maintenance tasks, including lay-down machines, rock cutters, snoopers, pavement stripers, drilling or milling machinery, gas transports, semi-truck trailers, and chip spreaders.
• Identify preventative maintenance needs for assigned equipment and participate in equipment servicing and repair with other agency employees.
• Maintain the grounds and buildings of maintenance yards.
• Patch roadways, other broad pavement surfaces, and structures; repair signs; erect and remove snow fences; and repair bridges, culverts, and other structures.
• Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from roadways within weight restrictions; spread and tamp surfacing materials.
• Train maintenance coworkers as needed in maintenance tasks and job practices and procedures.
• Perform snow removal and other emergency-response duties as needed, including nights, weekends, and adverse weather conditions.
• Respond to emergency call-outs with short notice when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Generous leave accruals beginning immediately.
• Military leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Dependent tuition reimbursement with partnering Nebraska community colleges.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the federal government.
• Health insurance plans that are 79% employer-paid.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Training and development based on career aspirations.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• CDL permit cost paid by the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed