Temporary Hwy Construction Technician - North Platte & Surrounding Areas

State of Nebraska; Broken Bow (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nebraska is hiring winter temporary Highway Construction Technicians for North Platte and surrounding areas. The role involves inspection work on construction projects, data entry, and materials testing under supervision.

Pay rate is $20.39 per hour with potential promotion to Technician II at $23.454 per hour after certification and demonstrated skills. Positions run through March 31, 2027, with hours varying by weather and project needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively and work well with a team.
• Willingness to perform field inspections and site tasks.
• No formal degree required; age 18+ and driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect routine construction phases under supervision.
• Record keeping using Word/Excel as needed for documentation.
• Participate with survey crew and perform materials tests.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Transportation - Agency 27

Location

Broken Bow, NE, North Platte, NE

Hiring Rate

$20.390

Job Posting

JR2026-00029661 Temporary Hwy Construction Technician - North Platte & Surrounding Areas (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is now hiring winter temporary construction technicians! Whether you’re looking for temporary work for extra income through the winter months or looking to test out a new position prior to making a long-term commitment, we encourage you to apply! For those seeking a more long-term commitment, this is an excellent way for you to assess the work environment and daily responsibilities before possibly joining us long-term. We perform important work ensuring the safety of the traveling public and enjoy a friendly and supportive work environment. We hope you’ll join us and are confident you’ll feel the same way!

Pay rate of $20.39 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $23.454 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills.

Hiring Locations: North Platte and Broken Bow. Winter positions, temporary, until March 31, 2027. Hours may depend on the weather and may be more or less than 40 hours per week.

Job Duties

Successful applicants will be under immediate supervision and trained to perform inspection on routine phases of construction projects. May use windows-based computer programs, including Microsoft Word and/or Excel, to keep construction records and documentation, as necessary. May also participate as a member of a survey crew and perform tests on construction materials. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Highway Construction Technician I: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Highway Construction Technician II: Experience in performing activities pertinent to construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections. OR Coursework or training in construction surveying, materials testing, or inspections practices, and in using associated instruments and equipment. Also, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Requirements

Coursework, training, and/or experience in math, construction management, and engineering. Basic computer experience.

Other

Experience not required. May require out of town, overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Effective communication skills. Must have strong work ethic, dedication, and ability to work as part of a team. Must be able to safely move, drag, lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance); climb, bend or stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes and work around high-speed traffic. Must be able to be reached to report to work outside scheduled work hours for highway emergencies within 45 minutes of notification.

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.