HIGWHAY MAINTAINER III - Turnpikes

The State of New Hampshire; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 51,033,000 - 67,022,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Life insurance

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire is hiring a Highway Maintainer III for the Turnpikes in Newington, NH. This full-time role involves operating and maintaining heavy highway equipment, performing critical winter maintenance, and supervising entry-level crews.

Qualifying candidates hold a CDL-A with tank endorsement and meet MVR standards. A pre-employment drug screen is required, and flexibility for 24/7 operations is expected.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: 1 year post-high school education/experience combination
• CDL-A with tank endorsement and MVR standards
• Pre-employment drug screen per CFR and US DOT requirements
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs intermittently
• Must have phone or other communication and be available 24/7

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot complex highway maintenance equipment and vehicles, including snow/ice removal and seasonal road work.
• Maintain equipment, perform repairs, and report issues to supervisor.
• Assess winter conditions and decide actions for plowing and abrasives per safety policies.
• Supervise and train small crews to ensure safe methods and compliance.
• Perform duties under challenging conditions with high-speed traffic and adverse weather.

Skills

CDL-A

MVR standards

Communications

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

HIGWHAY MAINTAINER III - Turnpikes (Job ID: 53721)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Highway Maintenance - Turnpikes

21 Nimble Hill Road / Newington, NH

HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III

Position #18422

$17.81/hour - $23.39/hour

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

Full-time vacancy

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.

Experience

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.

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.
• MVR must meet the minimum standards as established by the Department of Transportation.
• 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.
• Receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements.
• Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
• 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

Eligibility requirements in Per 303.09 In-Band Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

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.

Benefits

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

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Other Links

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Dates

Post Date: 10/02/2026

Close Date: 10/28/2026