Temporary Road Maintenance Worker - DOT

Lake County, IL; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County is seeking temporary road maintenance workers for December 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. Duties include snowplow operation, traffic control, equipment maintenance, and asphalt repairs.

Work hours are Monday–Friday 6:30 am–3:00 pm with additional on-call shifts during off-hours, weekends, and holidays. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CDL Class B with air brakes (Class A preferred), and a satisfactory driving record.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED; CDL Class B with air brakes required.
• Driving record must be satisfactory; Class A CDL preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowplow trucks, salt spreaders, tractors and related equipment.
• Direct and control traffic during road maintenance and on-call operations.
• Maintain and service equipment; perform minor repairs as needed.
• Repair asphalt and concrete surfaces and patch shoulders.
• Remove debris and trim vegetation along roadways.
• Work at heights from ladders or scaffolding and perform heavy lifting.
• Follow safety protocols and work independently or in teams.

Skills

Snowplow operation

Traffic control

Equipment maintenance

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Safety knowledge

Stamina

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class B with air brakes

Class A CDL preferred

Job description

Lake County is seeking temporary road maintenance workers to work from December 1, 2026 until March 31, 2027. These positions perform a variety of maintenance and traffic tasks related to the preservation and upkeep of County highways, bridges, drainage structures, other highway features, and DOT facilities. These positions perform semi-skilled work in operating tools and highway maintenance equipment. They also perform essential snow and ice control operations and will be on a 24 hour on-call status. Must be available to work during a scheduled callout during regular hours, after hours, weekends, and holidays.

The regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 am until 3:00 pm.

• Operate snowplow trucks with plows and salt spreaders, tractors, chippers, compressors, jack hammers, generators, etc...
• Wash, grease, and assist in maintenance/servicing equipment including minor repairs and preventive maintenance
• Repair, replace, and patch asphalt and concrete surfaces and fill in aggregate shoulder ruts
• Direct and control traffic during road maintenance
• Remove and dispose of trash, dead animals, and other debris found on highways
• Trim and chip trees and shrubs
• Work from ladders or scaffolding
• Perform difficult physical labor and work under extreme weather conditions
• All duties are performed in accordance with the County safety code and established safe work practices
• All other duties as assigned
• Ability to follow directions
• Effectively problem solve
• Work well both individually and on a team
• Ability to work long hours day or night
• Strong communication skills
• Some knowledge of road maintenance equipment, tools, and materials

Education Requirement:

• Completion of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) equivalent
• Must possess a Class B Driver's License (CDL) with air brakes; Class A Preferred
• Requires a satisfactory driving record

Physical Requirements:

• Individual should have the ability to perform difficult physical labor and to regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing 25 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds
• The position is exposed to extreme temperatures; wet conditions; extreme noise levels; animals/wildlife; vibration; fumes and/or noxious odors; traffic; moving machinery; electrical shock; heights and other extreme hazards

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

• competitive salary and benefit package
• flexible working hours
• comprehensive wellness and training program

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).