Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker - North Platte & Surrounding Areas

About the position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is now hiring summer temporary maintenance workers! Whether you're looking for temporary work for extra income through the summer months or looking to test out a new position prior to making a long-term commitment, we encourage you to apply! For those seeking a more long-term commitment, this is an excellent way for you to assess the work environment and daily responsibilities before possibly joining us long-term. We perform important work ensuring the safety of the traveling public and enjoy a friendly and supportive work environment. We hope you'll join us and are confident you'll feel the same way!

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and mowers to mow and trim vegetation on NDOT Right of Way.
• Perform pavement preservation activities or Traffic control procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance and care of the State Highway system or its infrastructure.
• Be a crew member for Roadway Striping Operations, a Fence Repair Crew, or a Sign Maintenance Crew, repairing roadside features.
• Assist in repairing or maintaining pavement, culverts, or bridges.
• Manually provide highway traffic control by Flagging traffic around a work zone or driving a pilot vehicle.
• Install temporary traffic control signs or devices or respond to emergency situations to assist in traffic incident management.
• Perform routine care or maintenance to the department's fleet.
• Safely remove objects from roadway under traffic.
• Drive department vehicles or equipment as trained for Transportation Maintenance and Operations activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
• Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• A valid Class A or B Commercial driver's license.
• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment.
• May require out of town, overnight travel.
• Regular and reliable attendance is also required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities.