CDL-Eligible Highway Maintenance Technician

State of Nebraska; Lexington (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan 156% match

13 paid holidays

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Transportation in Lexington, NE is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior. The role focuses on operating highway maintenance equipment (trucks, rollers, loaders, graders), performing preventative maintenance, and repairing roadways and signs with a commitment to safety and efficiency.

The position offers a pay rate of $20.39 per hour with a potential promotion to $21.953 per hour after meeting CDL requirements and service milestones.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred.
• Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements required within 60 days for Senior role.
• Basic computer skills useful for reading maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Operate all types of highway maintenance equipment (trucks, rollers, loaders, graders, snowplows, backhoes).
• Identify maintenance needs and assist with servicing equipment and grounds.
• Patch roadways, repair signs, and assist with bridges and culverts.
• Move, load, and unload materials and hazardous items within safety limits.
• Train coworkers in maintenance tasks and procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment

CDL with endorsements

Team player

Job description

Nebraska Department of Transportation in Lexington, NE is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior. The role focuses on operating highway maintenance equipment (trucks, rollers, loaders, graders), performing preventative maintenance, and repairing roadways and signs with a commitment to safety and efficiency.

The position offers a pay rate of $20.39 per hour with a potential promotion to $21.953 per hour after meeting CDL requirements and service milestones.