Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker - Grand Island & Surrounding Areas

Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is now hiring summer temporary maintenance workers! Whether you're looking for temporary work for extra income through the summer months or looking to test out a new position prior to making a long-term commitment, we encourage you to apply! For those seeking a more long-term commitment, this is an excellent way for you to assess the work environment and daily responsibilities before possibly joining us long-term. We perform important work ensuring the safety of the traveling public and enjoy a friendly and supportive work environment. We hope you'll join us and are confident you'll feel the same way! Pay rate of $19.502 per hour to start. If utilized by the Agency, and at the discretion of the District, those who currently possess a CDL may be promoted to the Worker Senior level at the rate of $20.998 per hour. Locations hiring : Aurora, Hastings, Kearney, Grand Island, Ravenna, Loup City, Ord, St Paul, Fullerton, Central City, Greeley, York, Hebron, and Osceola. Summer positions, temporary, until November 30, 2025. Hours may depend on the weather, may be more or less than 40 hours per week. Please reach out to Tessa Burford, Talent Acquisition Partner, at (402) 419-3192, if you have questions or to learn more.

Job Duties

Under immediate supervision, perform a variety of manual tasks to maintain and preserve highways, shoulders, roadside areas, and structures, as well as preventative maintenance and care of equipment and tools. Examples of work include mowing and trimming vegetation on highway right-of-way, trash and roadway debris cleanup, assist the crew with concrete and asphalt pavement repair, setting up and maintaining traffic control devices, flagging, guardrail repair work, cleaning out culverts and other drainage structures, cleaning and maintaining equipment, tools, and facilities as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Highway Maintenance Worker : Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

Highway Maintenance Worker / Senior : Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license, and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications : A valid Class A or B Commercial driver's license. Experience in the operation of heavy equipment. May require out of town, overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Must be able to safely move, drag, lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance); climb, bend or stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes and work around high-speed traffic. Must be able to be reached to report to work outside scheduled work hours for highway emergencies within 45 minutes of notification.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit https : / / statejobs.nebraska.gov / index.html#benefits

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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