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Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Broken Bow
Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Broken BowNebraska Government • Broken Bow, NE, US
Hwy Maintenance Worker / Senior - Broken Bow

Hwy Maintenance Worker / Senior - Broken Bow

Nebraska Government • Broken Bow, NE, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Hwy Maintenance Worker / Senior - Broken Bow (Open)

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is looking for a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system! Pay rate of $19.941 per hour. Proficiency and certification in the operation of heavy highway maintenance equipment will result in eligibility for promotion to a Highway Maintenance Worker / Senior at $21.470 per hour. Exciting Added Pay Differentials! In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of : $1 / hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1 / hour after 3 years of continuous service, an additional $1 / hour after 5 years of continuous service. We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT! We reward our employee's hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

  • State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
  • A culture that embraces work-life balance
  • Military leave
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
  • Dental and vision insurance plans
  • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
  • Wide variety and availability of career advancement
  • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
  • Training and development based on your career aspirations
  • Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fun, inviting teammates

Please reach out to Tessa, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-419-3192, if you have questions or to learn more.

Job duties :

  • Operate trucks and other light equipment; drive trucks to transport crews or materials to work sites.
  • Mow right-of-ways and maintain shoulders and roadsides using power hand mowers and tractors with various attachments such as discs, harrows, seeders, cement mixers, and sprayers.
  • Operate post drivers, install and move / remove signs, fences, guardrails, and snow fences.
  • Remove and apply various surfacing materials including concrete and bituminous patching, crack filling, and sealants to maintain and repair roadways and other broad pavements; apply adhesives, paint, and other material to guardrails, posts, buildings, and other structures; perform manual labor as needed; and handle hazardous materials needed to perform this work.
  • Control traffic through and around construction and maintenance projects according to established safety procedures; set signs and cones around work sites; relay road and weather conditions via two-way radio.
  • Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions; spread and tamp surfacing materials.
  • Inspect, clean, maintain, and as needed, make routine repairs to assigned equipment; maintain grounds and buildings of maintenance yards.
  • Operate snow removal equipment on an as-needed basis or during emergencies and labor shortages.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements / Qualifications :

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Highway Maintenance Worker / Senior : Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license, and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment.
  • Highway Maintenance Worker : Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or farming background. A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement. Commercial Pesticide applicator's license. Basic computer experience.
  • Other :

  • The primary work location for this position is Broken Bow, Nebraska. Your daily work activities change based on NDOT's needs and vary based on weather, environment, and road conditions. Your worksite may be on any road system including interstate or expressway, on secondary highways, rural highways, or gravel roadways, at our facilities or traveling to any district to perform emergency activities. A Valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement is required within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the Department. Must be able to be placed on-call and respond accordingly during non-scheduled work hours including holidays and weekends for emergencies and special events. Work is performed in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • 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); climb, bend, 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 accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes. Quality / results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties. Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors. Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose. Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an "on-call" status.
  • Benefits

    We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit : https : / / statejobs.nebraska.gov / index.html#benefits

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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