Field Operations Lead — Highway Maintenance

State of Missouri; Warrenton (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri – MoDOT Warrenton Maintenance Facility is seeking a Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise crews, set up work zones, and oversee roadway maintenance tasks. You will operate tractors, dozers, loaders, and snowplows, monitor materials, maintain records, and inspect bridges and roadways to assess maintenance needs.

Internal applicants only; salary adjustments may apply if already at rates above posted. Apply by September 15, 2026, and contact [e-mail] for inquiries.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement and interstate status.
• Five years of roadway/bridge/sign maintenance experience required.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Leads crews during maintenance operations, including setting up work zones and performing a range of roadway tasks.
• Operates highway maintenance equipment such as tractors, dozers, loaders, trucks, graders and snowplows.
• Oversees material usage and may prepare supply, inventory, and building reports; assists in maintaining employee records.
• Oversees routine maintenance of equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Inspects bridges and roadways to determine maintenance needs and progress.

Skills

Crew leadership

Heavy equipment operation

Roadway/bridge maintenance experience

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Class A CDL with tanker endorsement and interstate status

Job description

State of Missouri – MoDOT Warrenton Maintenance Facility is seeking a Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise crews, set up work zones, and oversee roadway maintenance tasks. You will operate tractors, dozers, loaders, and snowplows, monitor materials, maintain records, and inspect bridges and roadways to assess maintenance needs.

Internal applicants only; salary adjustments may apply if already at rates above posted. Apply by September 15, 2026, and contact [e-mail] for inquiries.