Senior Highway Maintenance Lead

State of Nebraska; Niobrara (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

13 paid holidays

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated team player to join us in maintaining a statewide transportation system that is safe and reliable for Nebraskans. The role features a competitive pay rate and a strong benefits package, including retirement, holidays, leave accruals, and health plans.

Position requires CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements; promotion potential to Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior with higher pay after milestones.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brakes and tanker endorsements required within 60 days for Senior role.
• Ability to perform manual labor and operate maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as loader, trucks, tractors, and mowers.
• Perform preventative maintenance and assist with repairs.
• Patch potholes, repair signs, erect snow fences, and repair roadway, bridges, and culverts.
• Load and unload materials and respond to emergencies on short notice.

Skills

CDL with tanker endorsements

Heavy equipment operation

Loader operation

Truck operation

Tools

Loader

Tractor

Mower

Truck

Job description

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated team player to join us in maintaining a statewide transportation system that is safe and reliable for Nebraskans. The role features a competitive pay rate and a strong benefits package, including retirement, holidays, leave accruals, and health plans.

Position requires CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements; promotion potential to Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior with higher pay after milestones.