Career-Ladder Maintenance Worker: Roadway & Facility Upkeep

State-of-Missour; Republic (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MoDOT’s Republic Maintenance Facility is seeking entry-level to senior maintenance workers to perform routine upkeep of Missouri’s roadways and facilities. Work is conducted under direct supervision, with opportunities for career advancement via a CAREER-LADDER path.

Responsibilities include road maintenance, traffic control, facility repairs, and equipment operation. The role requires physical stamina, a valid driver's license, and CDL-related prerequisites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Passing CDL written test is required prior to hire; must pass driving portion with tanker endorsement, Class B, interstate status within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintain state highway systems, fill joints and cracks, patch potholes, direct traffic, set up traffic control devices.
• Repair highway facilities, signs, guardrails, curbs, and gutters; service equipment and machinery.
• Operate vehicles to transport personnel and materials, plow snow, spread ice control materials, and operate heavy machinery.
• May repair bridge decks, drains, and install signs or steel sign posts as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Valid Driver's License

CDL tanker endorsement

Interstate status

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Job description

MoDOT’s Republic Maintenance Facility is seeking entry-level to senior maintenance workers to perform routine upkeep of Missouri’s roadways and facilities. Work is conducted under direct supervision, with opportunities for career advancement via a CAREER-LADDER path.

Responsibilities include road maintenance, traffic control, facility repairs, and equipment operation. The role requires physical stamina, a valid driver's license, and CDL-related prerequisites.