Hwy Maintenance Worker/Senior - Omaha

About the role

The work we do matters! This position offers a pay rate of $20.390 per hour. Those who hold a CDL and perform CDL functions regularly are eligible for a pay differential of $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 3 years, and an additional $1/hour after 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and other light equipment to complete highway maintenance work.
• Operate heavy equipment to maintain highways and highway right of way.
• Operate post drivers for the installation of signs, fences, guardrails, and other hand-held power and manual tools.
• Perform manual labor for concrete and bituminous patching and sealing of cracks in highways and structures.
• Perform varied maintenance functions such as spot patching.
• Manually provide highway traffic control for construction and maintenance projects according to safety procedures.
• Complete routine and general maintenance and mechanic repair on equipment.
• Repair highway signs.
• Perform snow removal.
• Load and unload materials and supplies.
• Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment.
• May apply chemicals of selective and non-selective herbicides spray to the highway right of way.
• Possibility of working night shift from April 15 through October.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Highway Maintenance Worker: Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior: Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license, and a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 60 days of employment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or farming background. A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement. Commercial Pesticide applicator's license. Basic computer experience.
• Other: A Valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement is required within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the Department. Must be able to be placed on-call and respond accordingly during non-scheduled work hours including holidays and weekends for emergencies and special events. Work is performed in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing. Regular and reliable attendance is also required. Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an "on-call" status.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Must be able to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance); climb, bend, stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes and work around high-speed traffic. Must be able to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision. Basic computer and arithmetic skills. Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes. Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties. Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors. Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.

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.

Pay

The pay rate for this position is $20.390 per hour. Those who hold a CDL and perform CDL functions regularly are eligible for a pay differential of $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 3 years, and an additional $1/hour after 5 years.

Schedule

Work is performed in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing. Regular and reliable attendance is also required. Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an "on-call" status.