Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Atkinson

State of Nebraska; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Training programs

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated team player for highway maintenance in Atkinson, NE. The role offers a structured benefit package and opportunities for career advancement within the state’s largest agency.

Pay starts at $20.390/hr with eligible increases to $21.953/hr for proficiency/certification in heavy equipment, plus CDL-based kickers after milestones. A CDL with tanker endorsement and on-call duties are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Highway Maintenance Worker: Class A or B CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.
• Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior: Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and light equipment to transport crews or materials to work sites.
• Operate tractors with attachments to maintain highways and right-of-ways.
• Install signs, fences, and guardrails; use hand tools as needed.
• Perform patching, sealing, and painting of highways and structures.
• Provide highway traffic control and move/load equipment safely.
• Conduct snow removal and general maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Driver's license

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Atkinson, NE

Hiring Rate:

$21.953

Job Posting:

JR2026-00029336 Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Atkinson (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

09-30-2026

Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system!

We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• A culture that embraces work-life balance
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

Pay rate of $20.390 per hour. Proficiency and certification in the operation of heavy highway maintenance equipment will result in eligibility for promotion to a Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior at $21.953 per hour.

Exciting Added Pay Differentials! In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of:

• $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service
• an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service
• an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service

We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT!

Job Duties:

Operate trucks and other light equipment; drive trucks to transport crews or materials to work sites.

Operate tractors with various attachments, including disc, harrows, seeders, 15-foot mowers, sprayers, and hand mowers to maintain highways and highway right-of-ways.

Operate post drivers for the installation of signs, fences, and guardrails, and oth handheld power and manual tools.

Perform manual labor for concrete and bituminous patching and sealing of cracks in highways and structures.

Paint buildings and various structures.

Perform varied maintenance functions, such as armor coating and blade patching.

Manually provide highway traffic control for construction and maintenance projects, according to safety procedures.

Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions; spread and tamp surfacing material.

Complete routine and general maintenance and mechanical repair on equipment.

Repair highway signs.

Perform snow removal.

Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment.

May apply chemicals of selective and non-selective herbicides to spray highway right-of-way.

Will work with the paint crew striping highways.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications :

Highway Maintenance Worker/ Senior: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license, and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment.

Highway Maintenance Worker: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the operation of heavy equipment. A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement. Commercial Pesticide applicator’s license. Basic computer experience.

Other:

Other: A Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement is required within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the Department. Must be able to be placed on-call and respond accordingly during non-scheduled work hours including holidays and weekends for emergencies and special events. Work is performed in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing. Regular and reliable attendance is also required. Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an “on-call” status.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance); climb, bend, stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes and work around high-speed traffic. Must be able to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision. Basic computer and arithmetic skills. Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes. Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties.

Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors. Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes and purpose.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.