Highway Maintenance Worker/senior - Osceola

Nebraska Department of Transportation

Osceola, NE, US
Base: $19.941 ph (worker) / $21.470 ph (senior); d...
Valid driver's license required
Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment
Work in adverse weather conditions
The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated team player to build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system

Job Summary

  • The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated team player to build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system.
  • Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including state-matched retirement contributions of 156%, 13 paid holidays, and 79% employer-paid health insurance.
  • Proficiency in operating heavy highway maintenance equipment leads to promotion eligibility for the Senior Highway Maintenance Worker role.

Matching Summary

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated team player to build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system.

Salary

Base: $19.941 per hour (Worker) / $21.470 per hour (Senior); Differential: Up to $3/hour extra for CDL functions after 1, 3, and 5 years; Benefits: State-matched retirement 156%, 79% health insurance, $20k life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid driver's license required
  • Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment
  • Work in adverse weather conditions
  • Control traffic around construction sites
  • Lift up to 90 pounds with assistance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience operating heavy equipment
  • Willingness to learn new technology
  • Positive interaction with co-workers
  • Quality results-oriented sense of urgency

Key Requirements

  • Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Ability to report to work within 45 minutes during emergencies

Work Rights

Not specified

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