Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Fullerton

State of Nebraska•Fullerton, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring a dedicated team member to help build and maintain a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system. The role operates highway maintenance equipment, completes roadway and structure repairs, maintains equipment and facilities, and supports routine and emergency highway operations. The posted hiring rate is $21.953 per hour for the Senior classification; the description also lists a $20.39 per hour rate for Highway Maintenance Worker, with promotion eligibility to Senior upon proficiency and certification in heavy highway maintenance equipment operation. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions may receive hourly pay differentials based on continuous service. The position includes on-call emergency response, including snow removal and other duties outside scheduled work hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
For the 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 in-house CDL training program; the Department pays the cost of obtaining the permit.
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 lift or move 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally without assistance, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance; 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 skills, and sound judgment.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.

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 tasks such as pavement laying, rock cutting, pavement striping, drilling or milling, and chip spreading.
Identify preventative maintenance needs for assigned equipment and participate in equipment servicing and repair with agency employees.
Maintain the grounds and buildings of maintenance yards.
Patch roadways, 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 in specific maintenance 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 conditions.
Respond to emergency call-outs with short notice when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.