Hwy Maintenance Worker – Senior

City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government

. Operate trucks and other light equipment and transport crews or materials to work sites .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeBartlett • Nebraska • United StatesSenior💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating heavy and light equipment for highway maintenance, including trucks, tractors, and power tools. Possesses strong safety awareness and the ability to perform manual labor and maintenance tasks effectively in various weather conditions.

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Class A Commercial Driver's LicenseHeavy Equipment OperationTraffic Control ProceduresManual Labor SkillsBasic Computer Skills

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Hard Skills

Truck OperationTractor OperationConcrete PatchingBituminous PatchingSnow RemovalHerbicide ApplicationMechanical RepairsSign InstallationHighway StripingMaintenance Functions

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAbility to Follow DirectionsAdaptability to New TechnologyReliabilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Handheld Power ToolsManual ToolsTraffic Control EquipmentMaintenance Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker EndorsementCommercial Pesticide Applicator's License

Industry Keywords

Highway MaintenanceSafety ProceduresTraffic ManagementOutdoor WorkEmergency Response

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate trucks and other light equipment and transport crews or materials to work sites
Operate tractors with attachments including discs, harrows, seeders, mowers, sprayers, and hand mowers
Operate post drivers and handheld power and manual tools to install signs, fences, and guardrails
Perform manual labor for concrete and bituminous patching and crack sealing
Paint buildings and structures
Perform maintenance functions including armor coating and blade patching
Provide manual highway traffic control according to safety procedures
Move, drag, lift, load, and unload equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous objects from roadways
Spread and tamp surfacing material
Complete routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment
Repair highway signs
Perform snow removal
Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment
Apply selective and non-selective herbicides to highway rights-of-way
Work with the paint crew to stripe highways
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior: Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a valid driver’s license
Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements is required within 60 days of employment
A Valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement is 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, including holidays and weekends, for emergencies and special events
Must work in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents
Regular and reliable attendance is required
Must report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions
Must be able to move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally without assistance, 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
Preferred: Experience operating heavy equipment
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
A culture that embraces work-life balance
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
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
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
Costs to obtain the CDL permit paid by the Department through the in-house CDL training program
Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities