Hwy Maintenance Worker/senior - Lincoln - Salt Valley

Nebraska Department of Transportation

Lincoln, NE, US
Base: $19.941 ph; promotion eligibility: $21.470 p...
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 enhance the quality of life by building and maintaining a safe statewide transportation system

Job Summary

  • The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated team player to enhance the quality of life by building and maintaining a safe statewide transportation system.
  • Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including state-matched retirement contributions of 156%, 79% employer-paid health insurance, and 13 paid holidays.
  • Workers must be able to report for snow and highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions while working in outdoor temperature extremes.

Matching Summary

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated team player to enhance the quality of life by building and maintaining a safe statewide transportation system.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid driver's license required
  • Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment
  • Work in adverse weather conditions
  • Respond to emergencies within 40 minutes
  • Lift up to 90 pounds with assistance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience operating heavy equipment
  • Farming background preferred
  • Positive interaction with teammates
  • Willingness to learn new technology
  • Quality results-oriented sense of urgency

Key Requirements

  • Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess valid driver's license
  • CDL training program provided if not already held

Work Rights

Not specified

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