HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID

State of Nevada; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

No state income tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Longevity Payments

Job summary

State of Nevada is hiring a Highway Construction Aid for winter season work in Elko, NV. Positions involve traffic control tasks, assisting maintenance crews, surveying support, and testing in field labs under close supervision.

On-site work with potential for varied shift patterns and exposure to inclement weather. These temporary roles do not sponsor visas and require legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Job description

Job Summary

PER EXECUTIVE ORDER 2026-02, ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL DECEMBER 31st, 2026. Please refer to the link for more information: https://www.gov.nv.gov/executive-actions/executive-orders/2026-executive-orders/EO-2026-002/

The Nevada Department of Transportation is hiring for a Highway Construction Aid in Elko, Nevada and are used to maintain Nevada roads during the winter season. Crews include construction, maintenance, debris clean up, bridge, night sweeping, landscaping, lighting and striping. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. Incumbents assist in routine maintenance duties, including keeping pavement surface, shoulders, clear zones and associated roadways in good repair and assistance in emergency operations.

The hours for these positions are subject to change depending on the needs of the appointing authority and may be five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts. These positions may require working in inclement weather.

THESE POSITIONS WILL BE UTILIZED FOR WINTER EMPLOYMENT. NOT TO EXCEED 6 MONTHS.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. Please note that this position is on-site and does not offer remote work options. The Job Duties section listed in this announcement reflects the Statewide Class Specifications for all positions and does not fully correlate with the specific duties of this position.

Highway Construction Aids work under close supervision and perform unskilled tasks associated with highway maintenance, construction, testing labs and equipment shops.

Essential Qualifications

Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform physical tasks requiring moderate strength.

Job Duties

Perform traffic control tasks during roadway maintenance; set up and remove traffic control devices; act as flagger and operate a pilot vehicle; pick up debris and empty litter barrels; control vegetation near highways, bridges, fences, signs and buildings; remove weeds and mow turf; assist maintenance crews during routine maintenance tasks such as fence, sign and guardrail repair and minor surface patching using common hand and power tools.

Prepare and set survey stakes, chains, rods or serve as a flagger on a survey crew; assist inspectors with minor inspection duties such as constructing fences, drainage structures, or weighing trucks; assist field testers performing sieve analysis, compaction tests or any other tests required in a field lab; assist office personnel with required documentation for construction projects.

Assist staff in testing materials that must meet highway construction and maintenance specifications; investigate gravel sources, perform soil surveys; prepare records and reports, and maintain tools and equipment.

Clean shop areas by sweeping, mopping and picking up debris; assist mechanics by cleaning parts; assist stockroom personnel by picking up parts from local vendors and organizing stock; and clean vehicles.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to: understand and follow simple verbal and written instructions; work cooperatively with others; perform moderate physical labor for extended periods of time; use common hand and power tools.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits

may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

State Holidays

State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
• July 4.................................................... Independence Day
• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
• December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

01

This position requires applicants be at least 18 years of age upon hire. If selected, proof of being at least 18 years of age will be required. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

02

Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. In addition, federal law requires random testing for controlled substances during employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

This announcement is for temporary (maximum of six months) positions only. Applicants must indicate that they are willing to accept temporary work to be considered. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

05

This position may require working alternate shifts and outside of traditional business hours. The hours of this position are subject to change based on the needs of the appointing authority. Typical shifts are four 10-hour or five 8-hour shifts but may include some variation depending on the specific needs of the department. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your experience operating common tools and where it was obtained.

• Required Question

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.