Lead Highway Maintenance Worker 4 On-Site Operator

State of Nevada; Ely (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

PERS retirement program

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is recruiting to fill the Highway Maintenance Worker 4 position in Ely, Nevada. This on-site role involves planning and scheduling routine maintenance, emergency incident response, and snow removal support. As a lead worker and designated equipment operator, you will train lower‑level staff and assist the Highway Maintenance Supervisor I.

A valid US work authorization is required. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of Nevada state service as Highway Maintenance Worker III or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license at time of appointment.
• Ability to operate a range of highway maintenance equipment.
• Willingness to work varying shifts including overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule routine maintenance activities (fence, guardrail, asphalt, concrete repairs).
• Lead workers; train lower-level staff and review work performance.
• Operate and back up equipment for line striping and pavement markings.
• Establish traffic controls and reroute traffic in maintenance zones.
• Winter operations: salt/sand handling, snow removal with plows and spreaders.
• Maintain records, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with supervisors.

Skills

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL (needed within 6 months)

Job description

The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is recruiting to fill the Highway Maintenance Worker 4 position in Ely, Nevada. This on-site role involves planning and scheduling routine maintenance, emergency incident response, and snow removal support. As a lead worker and designated equipment operator, you will train lower‑level staff and assist the Highway Maintenance Supervisor I.

A valid US work authorization is required. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.