Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Lexington

State of Nebraska • Lexington, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior to help build and maintain a safe, convenient, and innovative statewide transportation system. The role operates highway maintenance vehicles and specialized equipment, performs routine equipment and facility upkeep, and repairs roadways, signs, bridges, culverts, and other transportation infrastructure. The position also includes moving materials and equipment, training maintenance coworkers as needed, and responding to snow events and other emergencies. Work may take place outdoors in adverse weather and around traffic, and employees must be available for on-call emergency response, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The posted hiring rate is $21.953 per hour. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions may receive additional pay differentials based on continuous service.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• For the Senior classification, possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with air-brake 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 agency's in-house CDL training program; the Department pays the cost of obtaining 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 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.
• 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 new technology and processes, accept challenges, work safely, demonstrate reliable practices, interact respectfully with coworkers and supervisors, resolve conflicts, and use sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating heavy equipment or a farming background.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement.
• A 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 tasks such as paving, rock cutting, pavement striping, drilling, milling, gas transport, and chip spreading.
• Identify preventative maintenance needs and participate in equipment servicing and repairs.
• Maintain the grounds and buildings of maintenance yards.
• Patch roadways and other paved 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, supplies, materials, and hazardous materials or objects from roadways within weight restrictions.
• Spread and tamp surfacing materials.
• Train maintenance coworkers in specific tasks and work practices and procedures as needed.
• Perform snow removal and other emergency response duties, including work at night, on weekends, and in adverse weather.
• Respond to emergency call-outs on 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 program through partnering Nebraska community colleges.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility through the federal government.
• Health insurance plans with 79% of premiums paid by the employer.
• 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.
• Friendly and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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