HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III - District 6

The State of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 6, seeks a Highway Maintainer III in Exeter/Durham area. The role operates and troubleshoots heavy highway equipment for year-round maintenance and emergency traffic services.

Minimum is an equivalent combination of education and experience with a valid CDL-A and tank endorsement; MVR checks and pre-employment requirements apply. Training and supervision of entry-level staff are included.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after high school.
• Valid CDL-A with tank endorsement.
• MVR must meet the minimum standards as established by the Department of Transportation.
• Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.

Responsibilities

• Operates and troubleshoots complex highway maintenance/construction equipment and machinery used for highway maintenance and emergency traffic services.
• Maintains assigned equipment and performs field repairs and adjustments as needed.
• Responds to winter maintenance and traffic emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
• Supervises small crews and entry-level workers to ensure safety and environmental practices.
• Travels across varying terrain performing heavy physical labor and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Highway equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL-A

Tank endorsement

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III – District 6 (Job ID: 53636)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 6

253 Epping Road / Exeter, NH

Position#20390

$17.81/hour – $23.39/hour

See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

This position offers Trainee Status at the following pay rate: $17.19 per hour

Earn up to a $5000 Winter Maintenance Incentive

Half paid at the beginning of the November 2026 winter plowing season and the remainder paid at the end of the season March 2027

Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 6, has a full-time vacancy for Highway Maintainer III.

SUMMARY

Performs skilled year-round highway maintenance activities involving the operation and servicing of complex heavy equipment and machinery used for highway maintenance, construction activities, and for emergency traffic services. Supervises and reviews the work of entry level personnel and small work crews performing tasks or projects for the NH State Highway System.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A (CDL-A) with appropriate tank endorsement.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the Department of Transportation.
2. Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire.
3. Receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements.
4. Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
5. Possession of a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.

Trainee Option: Candidates that possess a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B (CDL-B) with ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, Class A (CDL-A) with appropriate endorsements within 1 year of hire, and otherwise satisfy the minimum requirements, may be considered and hired in 'trainee status’ for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in the operation of motorized highway equipment.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: 47405003IBA01

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates and troubleshoots complex highway maintenance/construction equipment, machinery, and/or vehicle components used in the construction and maintenance of the State Highway System; to include snow and ice removal and flood mitigation, road surface seasonal treatment operations, and for a wide range of road and highway maintenance projects and activities.

Maintains assigned equipment and performs necessary field adjustments, emergency repairs and troubleshooting in order to maintain serviceability and optimal equipment operations, reports issues and concerns to supervisor when appropriate.

Observes winter storm road conditions and independently determines appropriate action for plowing and spreading of abrasives and/or chemicals for mitigation of specific weather, traffic and/or geographic conditions based on Department safety and environmental policies; provides training and supervision to entry-level personnel assisting in road condition efforts.

Supervises, trains and reviews the work of small crews, entry level workers, and contractors to ensure maintenance work methods, safety and environmental practices are being implemented in accordance with Department policy and with best management practices, while performing similar work. Works with immediate supervisor to address personnel issues and to recommend improvements in equipment and operations.

Supervises the work of others and performs routine highway and roads maintenance activities under adverse conditions with exposure to high-speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and during disaster situations, to ensure the safety of the traveling public.

Traverses varying terrain and performs tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/repair; this includes the ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Must respond immediately in performing winter maintenance and/or other traffic emergency activities as needed on a 24-hour per day basis, throughout the entire year.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
• The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
• Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Location: US:NH:DURHAM

Post Date: 09/24/2026

Salary: USD 17.810-23.390

Close Date: 10/20/2026

Employment Type: FULL-TIME