Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Hebron

Requirements

• Hwy Maintenance Worker: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
• Hwy 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.
• 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.
• Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencie

Benefits

Additional Information

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27 Location: Hebron, NE Hiring Rate: $21.950 Job Posting: JR2026-00027325 Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Hebron (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-03-2026 Job Description: The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking 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 employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which include: - State-matched retirement contribution of 156%! - 13 paid holidays - Generous leave accruals that begin immediately - 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 as the largest and most diverse employer in the State - 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: Operates all types of highway or other maintenance equipment, such as: trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors. Operates specialized equipment engaged in special tasks, such as lay-down machines, rock cutters, snoopers, pavement stripers, drilling or milling machinery, gas transports, semi-truck trailers, and chip spreaders. Identifies preventative maintenance needs for assigned equipment and participates with other agency employees in equipment servicing and repair; maintains grounds and buildings of maintenance yards. Patches roadways, other broad pavement surfaces, and structures; repairs signs; erects and removes snow fences; repairs bridges, culverts, and other structures. Moves, drags, lifts, loads, and unloads various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway safely within weight restrictions; spreads and tamps surfacing materials. Trains maintenance coworkers, as needed, in specific maintenance tasks and job practices and procedures to improve and maintain the performance levels of these employees. Performs snow removal and other emergency response duties on an as-needed basis, including nights, weekends, and in adverse weather conditions. May be required to respond to emergency callouts with short notice. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements/Qualifications:

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