Winter Highway Maintenance Worker: Snow Removal & Ops

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

Job summary

The State of Nebraska is hiring winter temporary Highway Maintenance Workers for Lincoln & Surrounding Areas. These are seasonal, open-ended positions starting in winter with daily duties including snow removal and equipment operation to keep roadways safe.

Minimum qualifications require 18+ years and a valid driver’s license; CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements are preferred for Senior roles, with a 60-day window to obtain them.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Senior role requires Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.
• Preferred: valid Class A or B CDL and experience operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Help with Winter Operations.
• Perform snow removal.
• Perform heavy equipment operation for road maintenance.
• Perform tree trimming.
• Respond to highway emergencies.
• Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions.
• Spread and tamp surfacing materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

The State of Nebraska is hiring winter temporary Highway Maintenance Workers for Lincoln & Surrounding Areas. These are seasonal, open-ended positions starting in winter with daily duties including snow removal and equipment operation to keep roadways safe.

Minimum qualifications require 18+ years and a valid driver’s license; CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements are preferred for Senior roles, with a 60-day window to obtain them.