Hwy Maintenance Worker – Senior

City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government

. Operate loaders, trucks, tractors, mowers, and hand tools .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeNewcastle • Nebraska • United StatesSenior💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating heavy equipment and performing manual labor tasks, while ensuring safety and reliability in high-pressure situations. Capable of responding to emergency call-outs and performing preventative maintenance on equipment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Class A Commercial Driver's LicenseHeavy Equipment OperationPreventative MaintenanceEmergency ResponseManual Labor

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Hard Skills

Loader OperationTruck OperationTractor OperationMower OperationHand Tool OperationSnow RemovalPothole PatchingRoadway RepairBridge RepairCulvert Repair

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationReliabilityAbility to Follow Directions

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Emergency Call-OutsTraffic ManagementTemperature ExtremesManual LaborPreventative Maintenance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate loaders, trucks, tractors, mowers, and hand tools
Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and assist with repairs
Perform manual labor including pothole patching, sign repair, snow fence erection, and roadway, bridge, and culvert repair
Load and unload materials
Work long hours during flooding, storms, and other emergencies
Work in temperature extremes and during traffic management and safety incidents
Respond to emergency call-outs, including outside scheduled work hours, holidays, and weekends
Perform snow removal, sanding, and de-icing
Report to work on short notice for highway emergencies
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
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 in-house CDL training
Must be available for emergency call-outs and short-notice reporting
Must be able to work long hours during emergencies
Must be able to work in temperature extremes and around high-speed traffic
Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, crouch, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance
Must be able to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision
Basic computer and arithmetic skills
Ability to work safely and demonstrate reliable practices
Regular and reliable attendance required
Preferred: experience operating heavy equipment or farming background
Preferred: valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement
Preferred: Commercial Pesticide applicator's license
Preferred: basic computer experience

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
Meaningful public service work
Training and Development based on career aspirations
Job security and stability
Employee Assistance Program
Friendly and supportive work environment
Fun, inviting teammates
Costs to obtain the CDL permit paid by the Department
Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities