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Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lyons, NE

Hiring Rate:

$27.832

Job Posting:

JR2026-00024954 Hwy Maintenance Supervisor - Lyons (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

04-23-2026

Job Description:

Under general supervision, coordinates a wide variety of activities to maintain and preserve highways, shoulders, roadside areas, structures, and broad pavement surfaces and related markings/signs in safe condition within an assigned area of operations. Supervises the activities of one or more crew chief positions and assigned maintenance employees to obtain maximum production while maintaining high standards of quality; ensures safety procedures and standards are followed and work is conducted in a safe manner; performs related work as assigned.

Pay rate range of $27.832 per hour to $41.717 per hour. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.

Please reach out to Alexis, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more.

 

Job Duties:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates highway maintenance operations within an assigned area; arranges for and coordinates emergency maintenance responses and activities.

• Assigns and supervises work activities and monitors work of assigned crew chiefs and other maintenance employees to achieve work objectives and priorities and complete assignments and to balance workloads and leave schedules.

• Trains, guides, and counsels assigned crew chiefs and other maintenance employees to develop their performance capacities and ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and standards.

• Applies employee selection and performance management criteria and procedures to evaluate applicant capabilities and employee performance, to recommend personnel actions, and to record/document assessments made.

• Inspects highways for roadway and drainage structure conditions, needed maintenance, and results of completed work within an assigned area.

• Provides guidance and assistance to assigned employees on difficult maintenance problems.

• Directs the maintenance of vehicles and equipment assigned to the area; operates various vehicles and equipment as needed.

• Prepares and maintains required operational/activity records and reports; directs assigned employees to complete time and other activity records; prepares and submits requisitions for materials and supplies.

• Safely moves, drags, lifts, loads, and unloads equipment, materials, supplies and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions; spreads and tamps surfacing materials.

• Performs tasks performed by assigned employees, including the use of all types of agency equipment. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Possession is required of a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment at the expense of NDOT.  Loss of licenses/endorsements may result in termination of the employee. Experience in the maintenance of highways, roadsides, and other pavement surfaces and the operation of general and specialized equipment used to maintain and preserve these surfaces or to support these functions OR Experience as an operational crew chief or work coordinator involving inspection and/or maintenance of highways, structures, or similar pavement surfaces.

Preferred Qualifications: High School Education with the ability to perform simple math calculations. Prefer 2+ years experience in general highway maintenance. Prefer applicant that has a Class "A" CDL with O Restriction and tanker endorsement. Heavy equipment and mechanical experience helpful. Nebraska Applicator license with Right of Way endorsement.  

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 outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies. Must be able to report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and experience in highway maintenance practices and procedures and how they relate to each other. Knowledge and experience in planning, assigning, directing and evaluating staff, interpret material, procedure requirements and applying them. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment in supervising activities and subordinates. Skill in conflict resolution, organization, and use of equipment related to highway maintenance and emergency response. Inspects highways, roadways, drainage structures, and right-of-way. Computer knowledge is helpful. Ability to represent the State of Nebraska in a positive manner and interact effectively and courteously with the public. Ability to handle routine pressure, perform activities with a sense of urgency, and complete detailed projects in a timely manner. Ability to be altruistic and goal-oriented, possess strong work ethics and promote good work ethics.

 

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