Highway Maintenance Tech – CDL Ready, 4x10 Schedule, Benefits

State of South Dakota; Salem (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

The Department of Transportation in Salem, SD is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker. This full-time role involves maintaining state highways, operating heavy equipment, and performing roadside tasks to keep roads safe and drivable.

Night/shift work, weekend hours during emergencies, and a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement are required. Competitive benefits, annual incentive, and a 4-day workweek in summer are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment or farming/ranching equipment is preferred.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and around highway traffic.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform roadway maintenance activities and roadside work.
• Install/replace signs, pavement markings, and traffic control devices.
• Maintain/repair guardrails, facilities, and equipment; respond to emergencies.

Skills

heavy equipment operation

teamwork

safety awareness

Education

Experience in heavy equipment/farming or ranching equipment

Tools

CDL

Job description

The Department of Transportation in Salem, SD is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker. This full-time role involves maintaining state highways, operating heavy equipment, and performing roadside tasks to keep roads safe and drivable.

Night/shift work, weekend hours during emergencies, and a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement are required. Competitive benefits, annual incentive, and a 4-day workweek in summer are offered.