Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Crofton, Hartington, Laurel, OR Newcastle

State of Nebraska•Laurel, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is hiring a dedicated team member to help build and maintain a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system. The position is based in Crofton, Hartington, Laurel, or Newcastle, Nebraska. The stated pay rate is $20.390 per hour for a Highway Maintenance Worker. Proficiency and certification in operating heavy highway maintenance equipment can make an employee eligible for promotion to Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior at $21.953 per hour. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions may receive pay differentials based on continuous service: $1 per hour after one year, an additional $1 per hour after three years, and an additional $1 per hour after five years. The job involves operating highway maintenance equipment, maintaining and helping repair assigned equipment, and performing manual road and infrastructure maintenance. Work may take place in adverse weather, around high-speed traffic, and during traffic management and safety incidents. Employees must be available for emergency call-outs, including outside scheduled hours, weekends, and holidays, and may work extended hours during floods, storms, snow, and other emergencies. The State of Nebraska describes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including retirement contributions, paid holidays and leave, tuition reimbursement, health, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, career advancement, training and development, an Employee Assistance Program, and job stability. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
For the Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior classification, a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required 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; the department will pay the costs to obtain 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 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 outdoors in 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.
Basic computer and arithmetic skills.
Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new technology and processes.
Ability to perform duties with a quality- and results-oriented sense of urgency.
Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe, reliable practices and behaviors.
Ability to interact positively and respectfully with coworkers and supervisors, resolve conflicts, and make sound decisions.

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 loaders, trucks, tractors, mowers, and hand tools.
Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and assist with repairs.
Perform manual labor, including pothole patching, sign repair, erecting snow fences, and roadway, bridge, and culvert repair.
Load and unload materials.
Work extended hours during emergencies such as flooding and storms.
Respond to emergency call-outs and report to work on short notice, including outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies.
Work in temperature extremes and around high-speed traffic, including during snow removal, sanding, de-icing, traffic management activities, and traffic safety incidents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

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 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.
Job security and stability.
Employee Assistance Program.