Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Hastings

State of Nebraska • Hastings, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring a dedicated team member to build and maintain a safe, convenient, and innovative statewide transportation system. The role operates highway maintenance and specialized equipment, performs roadway and structure repairs, and maintains equipment and maintenance-yard facilities. The Senior classification pays $21.953 per hour following proficiency and certification in heavy highway maintenance equipment operation; the posting also lists a starting rate of $20.39 per hour. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions may qualify for hourly pay differentials based on continuous service. The position includes emergency response and snow-removal work, including on-call duties, nights, weekends, holidays, adverse weather, and short-notice call-outs. The successful candidate must be able to report for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• For the Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior classification, must possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with O restriction and tanker endorsement is required within 90 days of hire through the department's in-house CDL training program.
• Must be able to be placed on call and respond during non-scheduled work hours, including holidays and weekends, for emergencies and special events.
• Must be able to report for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents, including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Must safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally without assistance, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance.
• Must be able to climb, bend, and stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes; and work around high-speed traffic.
• Must be able to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Must have basic computer and arithmetic skills.
• Must be willing and able to learn and adapt to new technology and processes.
• Must demonstrate a quality- and results-oriented sense of urgency, safe and reliable work practices, positive interactions with coworkers and supervisors, conflict resolution, 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 maintenance equipment, including trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors.
• Operate specialized equipment for tasks such as paving, rock cutting, inspection, pavement striping, drilling, milling, gas transport, hauling, and chip spreading.
• Identify preventative maintenance needs and participate in servicing and repairing equipment with other agency employees.
• Maintain the grounds and buildings of maintenance yards.
• Patch roadways and other 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 in specific tasks, work practices, and procedures as needed.
• Perform snow removal and other emergency response duties as needed, including work at night, on weekends, and in adverse weather.
• Respond to emergency call-outs on short notice and be available on call during non-scheduled hours, including holidays and weekends.
• 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 program with partnering Nebraska community colleges.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the federal government.
• Health insurance plans with 79% employer contribution.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Training and development based on career aspirations.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• CDL permit costs paid by the department.

What This Job Offers

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