Hwy Maintenance Worker – Senior

City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government

. Operate highway and maintenance equipment including trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeFranklin • Nebraska • United StatesSenior💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining heavy highway and maintenance equipment, including trucks and specialized machinery. Capable of performing emergency response duties and training co-workers in maintenance tasks while adhering to safety protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Heavy Equipment OperationClass A Commercial Driver's LicensePreventative MaintenanceEmergency ResponseTraffic Management

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Hard Skills

Equipment OperationPreventative MaintenanceRoadway PatchingSnow RemovalMaterial HandlingSign RepairBuilding MaintenancePavement SurfacingEmergency Call-Out ResponseTraining Co-Workers

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationReliabilityAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationInstruction Following

Tools & Technologies

TrucksRollersFront-End LoadersSnowplowsDrilling MachineryPavement StripersGas TransportsSemi-Truck TrailersChip SpreadersLay-Down Machines

Certifications & Qualifications

Class A Commercial Driver's LicenseTanker EndorsementCommercial Pesticide Applicator's License

Industry Keywords

Highway MaintenanceTraffic SafetyEmergency ResponsePreventative MaintenanceHeavy Equipment Operation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate highway and maintenance equipment including trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors
Operate specialized equipment including lay-down machines, rock cutters, snoopers, pavement stripers, drilling or milling machinery, gas transports, semi-truck trailers, and chip spreaders
Identify preventative maintenance needs and participate in equipment servicing and repair
Maintain grounds and buildings of maintenance yards
Patch roadways, pavement surfaces, and structures
Repair signs and bridges, culverts, and other structures
Erect and remove snow fences
Move, drag, lift, load, and unload equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials safely within weight restrictions
Spread and tamp surfacing materials
Train maintenance co-workers in maintenance tasks, job practices, and procedures as needed
Perform snow removal and emergency response duties, including nights, weekends, and adverse weather conditions
Respond to emergency call-outs with short notice
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
For Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior: Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements required within 60 days of employment
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement required within 90 days of hire through the in-house CDL training program
Must be able to be placed on-call and respond during non-scheduled work hours, holidays, and weekends
Must report to work for snow and highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions
Regular and reliable attendance required
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, traffic management activities, and traffic safety incidents
Ability to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance
Ability to climb, bend, and stoop; work in outdoor temperature extremes and around high-speed traffic
Ability 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 adjust to new technology and processes
Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors
Experience in heavy equipment operation or farming background preferred
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement preferred
Commercial Pesticide applicator's license preferred
Basic computer experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Career advancement opportunities
Opportunity to participate in meaningful public service work
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability
Employee Assistance Program
Friendly and supportive work environment
Fun, inviting teammates
CDL pay differentials of $1/hour after 1 year, an additional $1/hour after 3 years, and an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service