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The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking dedicated Highway Maintenance Workers/Seniors to enhance the state's transportation system in Hastings, NE. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing manual labor, and ensuring road safety, while offering competitive pay and extensive benefits.
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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 state-matched retirement contribution of 156%, 13 paid holidays, and generous leave accruals.
Proficiency and certification in the operation of heavy highway maintenance equipment will result in eligibility for promotion to a Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior at $21.470 per hour.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking dedicated Highway Maintenance Workers/Seniors to enhance the state's transportation system in Hastings, NE. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing manual labor, and ensuring road safety, while offering competitive pay and extensive benefits.
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Salary
Base: $21.470 per hour; Bonus/Equity: $1/hour pay differential for CDL functions after 1, 3, and 5 years of service; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Operate trucks and light equipment
Mow right-of-ways and maintain roadsides
Install and remove signs and fences
Repair roadways and pavements
Control traffic around work sites
Handle hazardous materials
Nice-to-have
Friendly and supportive work environment
Embraces work-life balance
Meaningful public service work
Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency
Key Requirements
Valid driver's license
Class A or B CDL with endorsements required within 60 days
At least 18 years of age
Ability to lift 60 pounds occasionally
Ability to report to work within 45 minutes for emergencies