Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Ansley

State of Nebraska•Ansley, NE

1d•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 equipment, performs road and structure repairs, maintains equipment and maintenance facilities, and supports emergency response operations. Applicants must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather and around traffic, and may be placed on call to respond to highway emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The stated hiring rate for the Senior level is $21.953 per hour. The posting also describes a $20.39 per hour rate for Highway Maintenance Worker, with eligibility for promotion to Senior at $21.953 per hour after demonstrating proficiency and certification in heavy highway maintenance equipment operation. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions may receive additional hourly differentials based on continuous service.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
For the Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior level, 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 cost 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 report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Must be able to 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.
Basic computer and arithmetic skills.
Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new technology and processes.
A quality- and results-oriented approach and a sense of urgency in performing duties.
Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors.
Ability to interact positively and respectfully with co-workers and supervisors, work to 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 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, transporting gas, and spreading chips.
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, 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 co-workers, as needed, in maintenance tasks, work practices, and procedures.
Perform snow removal and other emergency response duties as needed, including at night, on weekends, and in adverse weather conditions.
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 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 pay differentials for employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions: $1 per hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1 per hour after 3 years, and an additional $1 per hour after 5 years.