Senior CDL Highway Maintenance Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match 156%

13 paid holidays

Generous leave accruals

Military leave

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Health insurance 79% employer paid

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance $20,000

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated team player to help build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system. Pay rate starts at $20.39 per hour, with promotion eligibility to $21.953 per hour for certified operators.

CDL-related pay differentials apply after years of service. NDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement contributions, holidays, paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, tuition programs, PSLF, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
• CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements required within 60 days of employment.
• Preferred: Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
• Preferred: Commercial pesticide applicator license.
• Basic computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as loaders, trucks, tractors, mowers, and hand tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and assist with repairs.
• Pothole patching, sign repair, erecting snow fences, roadway, bridges and culvert repair.
• Load and unload materials.
• Work long hours during emergencies (floods and storms).
• Work in temperature extremes.
• Climb, bend, stoop and crouch.
• Be available for emergency call-outs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Reading and following instructions

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A/B with tanker endorsement

Air brakes endorsement

Pesticide applicator license

Job description

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated team player to help build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system. Pay rate starts at $20.39 per hour, with promotion eligibility to $21.953 per hour for certified operators.

CDL-related pay differentials apply after years of service. NDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement contributions, holidays, paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, tuition programs, PSLF, and