Job Summary

• The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system.
• We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a state-matched retirement contribution of 156%, 13 paid holidays, and generous leave accruals.
• Work is performed in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing, with the ability to report to work for emergencies within 45 minutes.

Matching Summary

Salary

Base: $21.470 per hour; Bonus/Equity: $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service for CDL functions; Benefits: 79% employer-paid health insurance plans, State-matched retirement contribution of 156%, 13 paid holidays, Generous leave accruals, Dental and vision insurance plans, Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment
• Experience in heavy equipment operation
• Commercial Pesticide applicator's license
• Basic computer experience
• Ability to move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 or more pounds infrequently
• Ability to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes

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