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Transportation Agency 27
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Job Description:
Job Duties:
Operate trucks and other equipment to complete highway striping and maintenance work.
Operate post drivers for the installation of signs fences guardrails and other hand held power and manual tools.
Perform tree trimming and brush cutting.
Cleaning bridge decks and drains.
Manually provide highway traffic control for construction and maintenance projects according to safety procedures.
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.
Removing various debris and hazards from the roadway.
Complete general maintenance and repairs on equipment.
Repair highway signs.
Operate a snow plow for snow removal on the highway system.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Highway Maintenance Worker: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid drivers license.
Highway Maintenance Worker/ Senior: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid drivers license and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or farming background. A valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with tanker endorsement. Commercial Pesticide applicators license. Basic computer experience.
Other: A Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement is required within 90 days of hire through our inhouse CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the Department. Must be able to be placed oncall and respond accordingly during nonscheduled 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 deicing. 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 oncall 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 highspeed 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/resultsoriented 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 coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect work to resolve conflicts and make good decisions using sound judgment processes and purpose.
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.
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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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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Full-Time