State of New Hampshire
HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III - District 1
State of New Hampshire, Manchester, New Hampshire, United States
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Pay State of New Hampshire provided pay range: $17.81/hr - $23.39/hr
Base pay range: $17.81/hr - $23.39/hr
Position Details State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Transportation
Bureau of Highway Maintenance – District 1
143 Dam Road / Errol, NH
Highway Maintainer III
Position #20857
40 Hours per Week
Pay: $17.81/hr – $23.39/hr
Trained Status* Pay: $17.19/hr
Compensation Incentives Earn up to $5,000 Winter Maintenance Incentive (half paid at the beginning of the November 2025 winter plowing season and the remainder paid at the end of the season March 2026)
Summary Performs skilled year‑round highway maintenance activities involving the operation and servicing of complex heavy equipment and machinery used for highway maintenance, construction activities, and for emergency traffic services. Supervises and reviews the work of entry level personnel and small work crews performing tasks or projects for the NH State Highway System.
Experience Counts Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
License/Certification: Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate tank endorsement.
Other Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the Department of Transportation.
Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire.
Receive a negative result on a pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements.
Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
Possession of a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.
Trainee Option: Candidates that possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B (CDL‑B) with ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate endorsements within 1 year of hire, and otherwise satisfy the minimum requirements, may be considered and hired in 'trainee status’ for this position.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the operation of motorized highway equipment.
After‑Hire Requirements: None.
Career Advancement Opportunities In‑Band Advancement Available: Yes.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) requirement: Yes.
Disclaimers The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities
Operates and troubleshoots complex highway maintenance/construction equipment, machinery, and/or vehicle components used in the construction and maintenance of the State Highway System; including snow and ice removal, flood mitigation, road surface seasonal treatment operations, and for a wide range of road and highway maintenance projects and activities.
Maintains assigned equipment and performs necessary field adjustments, emergency repairs and troubleshooting in order to maintain serviceability and optimal equipment operations, reports issues and concerns to supervisor when appropriate.
Observes winter storm road conditions and independently determines appropriate action for plowing and spreading of abrasives and/or chemicals for mitigation of specific weather, traffic and/or geographic conditions based on Department safety and environmental policies; provides training and supervision to entry‑level personnel assisting in road condition efforts.
Supervises, trains and reviews the work of small crews, entry level workers, and contractors to ensure maintenance work methods, safety and environmental practices are being implemented in accordance with Department policy and with best management practices, while performing similar work.
Works with immediate supervisor to address personnel issues and to recommend improvements in equipment and operations.
Supervises the work of others and performs routine highway and roads maintenance activities under adverse conditions with exposure to high‑speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and during disaster situations, to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
Traverses varying terrain and performs tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/repair; this includes the ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Must respond immediately in performing winter maintenance and/or other traffic emergency activities as needed on a 24‑hour per day basis, throughout the entire year.
Contact Information For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)‑271‑8025 or James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov.
For additional information contact District 1 at 603‑788‑4641 or District1@dot.nh.gov.
Total Compensation Information The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: Value and contribution may vary by plan.
Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500–$1800 value).
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan.
$50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance.
Incentive‑based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.
See this link for details on State‑paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE.
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Government Administration
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Pay State of New Hampshire provided pay range: $17.81/hr - $23.39/hr
Base pay range: $17.81/hr - $23.39/hr
Position Details State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Transportation
Bureau of Highway Maintenance – District 1
143 Dam Road / Errol, NH
Highway Maintainer III
Position #20857
40 Hours per Week
Pay: $17.81/hr – $23.39/hr
Trained Status* Pay: $17.19/hr
Compensation Incentives Earn up to $5,000 Winter Maintenance Incentive (half paid at the beginning of the November 2025 winter plowing season and the remainder paid at the end of the season March 2026)
Summary Performs skilled year‑round highway maintenance activities involving the operation and servicing of complex heavy equipment and machinery used for highway maintenance, construction activities, and for emergency traffic services. Supervises and reviews the work of entry level personnel and small work crews performing tasks or projects for the NH State Highway System.
Experience Counts Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
License/Certification: Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate tank endorsement.
Other Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the Department of Transportation.
Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire.
Receive a negative result on a pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements.
Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
Possession of a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.
Trainee Option: Candidates that possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B (CDL‑B) with ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate endorsements within 1 year of hire, and otherwise satisfy the minimum requirements, may be considered and hired in 'trainee status’ for this position.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the operation of motorized highway equipment.
After‑Hire Requirements: None.
Career Advancement Opportunities In‑Band Advancement Available: Yes.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) requirement: Yes.
Disclaimers The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities
Operates and troubleshoots complex highway maintenance/construction equipment, machinery, and/or vehicle components used in the construction and maintenance of the State Highway System; including snow and ice removal, flood mitigation, road surface seasonal treatment operations, and for a wide range of road and highway maintenance projects and activities.
Maintains assigned equipment and performs necessary field adjustments, emergency repairs and troubleshooting in order to maintain serviceability and optimal equipment operations, reports issues and concerns to supervisor when appropriate.
Observes winter storm road conditions and independently determines appropriate action for plowing and spreading of abrasives and/or chemicals for mitigation of specific weather, traffic and/or geographic conditions based on Department safety and environmental policies; provides training and supervision to entry‑level personnel assisting in road condition efforts.
Supervises, trains and reviews the work of small crews, entry level workers, and contractors to ensure maintenance work methods, safety and environmental practices are being implemented in accordance with Department policy and with best management practices, while performing similar work.
Works with immediate supervisor to address personnel issues and to recommend improvements in equipment and operations.
Supervises the work of others and performs routine highway and roads maintenance activities under adverse conditions with exposure to high‑speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and during disaster situations, to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
Traverses varying terrain and performs tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/repair; this includes the ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Must respond immediately in performing winter maintenance and/or other traffic emergency activities as needed on a 24‑hour per day basis, throughout the entire year.
Contact Information For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)‑271‑8025 or James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov.
For additional information contact District 1 at 603‑788‑4641 or District1@dot.nh.gov.
Total Compensation Information The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: Value and contribution may vary by plan.
Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500–$1800 value).
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan.
$50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance.
Incentive‑based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.
See this link for details on State‑paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE.
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Government Administration
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