Temporary Hwy Construction Technician - North Platte & Surrounding Areas

son; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring winter temporary construction technicians in North Platte and surrounding areas. These positions offer hands-on inspection experience and a chance to learn field procedures while supporting public safety and a collaborative work environment.

Pay begins at $20.39 per hour, with opportunities to advance to Construction Technician II at $23.454 per hour after obtaining necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and teamwork required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Basic computer literacy (Word/Excel) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection on routine phases of construction projects.
• Maintain construction records and documentation using Word/Excel.
• Possibly participate in survey crew and test construction materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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

Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27

Location: Broken Bow, NE, North Platte, NE

Hiring Rate: $20.390

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.