State of Nebraska
Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker - Lincoln & Surrounding Areas
State of Nebraska, Wahoo, Nebraska, United States, 68066
Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker – Lincoln & Surrounding Areas
We are now hiring winter temporary maintenance workers! Whether you're looking for temporary work for extra income through the winter months or looking to test out a new position prior to making a long-term commitment, we encourage you to apply!
Pay rate of $19.941 to start. Those that possess a current and valid CDL will start at $21.470 and will assist in winter operations and snow removal.
Locations hiring: Auburn, Beatrice, David City, Dorchester, Fairbury, Falls City, Greenwood, Lincoln, Nebraska City, Palmyra, Pawnee City, Seward, Tecumseh, Wahoo. Winter positions, temporary, until March 31, 2026. Hours may depend on the weather, maybe more or less than 40 hours per week.
Job Duties
Help with Winter Operations.
Perform snow removal.
Perform heavy equipment operation for road maintenance.
Perform tree trimming.
Respond to highway emergencies.
Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions.
Spread and tamp surfacing materials.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. For 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.
Other: May require out-of-town, overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is also required. Must be able to be reached to report to work outside scheduled work hours for highway emergencies within 40 minutes.
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.
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. For more information on benefits, please visit https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement 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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Pay rate of $19.941 to start. Those that possess a current and valid CDL will start at $21.470 and will assist in winter operations and snow removal.
Locations hiring: Auburn, Beatrice, David City, Dorchester, Fairbury, Falls City, Greenwood, Lincoln, Nebraska City, Palmyra, Pawnee City, Seward, Tecumseh, Wahoo. Winter positions, temporary, until March 31, 2026. Hours may depend on the weather, maybe more or less than 40 hours per week.
Job Duties
Help with Winter Operations.
Perform snow removal.
Perform heavy equipment operation for road maintenance.
Perform tree trimming.
Respond to highway emergencies.
Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions.
Spread and tamp surfacing materials.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. For 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.
Other: May require out-of-town, overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is also required. Must be able to be reached to report to work outside scheduled work hours for highway emergencies within 40 minutes.
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.
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. For more information on benefits, please visit https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement 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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