Highway & Bridge Maintenance Specialist

Harvey County; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey County in Newton, Kansas is seeking a Road and Bridge Technician to perform highway construction, maintenance, and winter operations to keep roads, bridges, and rights-of-way safe. The role requires an Associate degree and two years of maintenance or road construction experience, plus a valid Class A CDL and OSHA safety training.

Expect hands-on field work and opportunities to operate heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree completed; two years of maintenance or road construction experience required.
• Valid Class A CDL required for operation of heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Completion of OSHA 10-hr or 30-hr safety training and related safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs highway maintenance and related activities including snow and ice removal and asphalt repairs.
• Operates heavy equipment and tools to lay, level, and finish road surfaces and structures.
• Digs, backfills, grades, and prepares work areas; conducts traffic control and safety measures.
• Inspects road and bridge projects and ensures compliance with standards; responds to weather and emergency events.

Skills

CDL Class A

Safety training

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Harvey County in Newton, Kansas is seeking a Road and Bridge Technician to perform highway construction, maintenance, and winter operations to keep roads, bridges, and rights-of-way safe. The role requires an Associate degree and two years of maintenance or road construction experience, plus a valid Class A CDL and OSHA safety training.

Expect hands-on field work and opportunities to operate heavy equipment.