Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Geneva

son; Geneva (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement contribution

13 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Health insurance

Life insurance $20,000

Leave accruals

Job summary

NDOT in Geneva, Nebraska seeks a Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior to operate a range of maintenance equipment and support statewide roadways. The role requires 18+ with a valid driver’s license; CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of hire is preferred for senior status.

The position includes opportunities for CDL-based pay differentials, CDL-equipped tasks, and robust benefits. Regular winter duties and on-call readiness may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 with valid driver’s license.
• Senior position requires CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate highway maintenance equipment (trucks, rollers, loaders, tractors, snowplows, etc.).
• Patches roadways, maintains signs, and repairs bridges, culverts and structures.
• Move, load, and unload equipment, materials, and hazardous materials within weight limits.
• Train coworkers in maintenance tasks and procedures to improve performance.
• Perform snow removal and emergency response duties as needed, including nights and weekends.
• Respond to emergency call-outs with short notice if required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Education

Valid driver’s license

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes & tanker endorsements (Class A/B)

Job description

The work we do matters!

Location: Geneva, NE

Hiring Rate: $21.953

Job Posting: JR2026-00029110 Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Geneva (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 09-18-2026

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!

Pay rate of $20.39 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!

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

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• 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

Please reach out to Tessa, Talent Acquisition Partner, at [phone] if you have questions or to learn more.

Job Duties:

• Operates all types of highway or other maintenance equipment such as: trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors.
• Operates specialized equipment engaged in special tasks such as lay-down machines, rock cutters, snoopers, pavement stripers, drilling or milling machinery, gas transports, semi-truck trailers, and chip spreaders.
• Identifies preventative maintenance needs for assigned equipment and participates with other agency employees in equipment servicing and repair; maintains grounds and buildings of maintenance yards.
• Patches roadways, other broad pavement surfaces, and structures; repairs signs; erects and removes snow fences; repairs bridges, culverts, and other structures.
• Moves, drags, lifts, loads, and unloads various equipment, materials, supplies and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway safely within weight restrictions; spreads and tamps surfacing materials.
• Trains maintenance co-workers, as needed, in specific maintenance tasks and job practices and procedures, to improve and maintain the performance levels of these employees.
• Performs snow removal and other emergency response duties on an as-needed basis, including nights, weekends, and in adverse weather conditions.
• May be required to respond to emergency call-outs with short notice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or farming background.
• 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 emergencie