Hwy Maintenance Worker/senior - Columbus

State of Nebraska

Columbus, NE, US
Base: $19.941 ph; promotion: $21.470 ph with cdl p...
Valid driver's license required
Heavy highway equipment operation
Manual labor including pothole patching
The Nebraska Department of Transportation seeks a dedicated team player to build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system

Job Summary

  • The Nebraska Department of Transportation seeks a dedicated team player to build and maintain a safe statewide transportation system.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including state-matched retirement contributions of 156%, 79% employer-paid health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Workers must be available for emergency call-outs during non-scheduled hours to handle flooding, storms, and snow removal.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Base: $19.941 per hour; Promotion: $21.470 per hour with CDL proficiency; Differentials: Up to $3/hour extra for CDL usage after 1, 3, and 5 years

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid driver's license required
  • Heavy highway equipment operation
  • Manual labor including pothole patching
  • Ability to work in temperature extremes
  • Emergency call-out availability

Nice-to-have

  • Farming background experience
  • Positive team interaction skills
  • Willingness to learn new technology
  • Basic computer and arithmetic skills

Key Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess valid driver's license
  • Class A or B CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days
  • Ability to lift up to 90 pounds with assistance

Work Rights

Not specified

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