Hwy Construction Technician I​/II - Lincoln

Job Title

Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Lincoln

State of Nebraska – Transportation Agency 27

Lincoln, NE

$19.941 per hour, $22.938 per hour upon promotion to Technician II after acquiring necessary certifications and demonstrating skills.

JR – Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Lincoln (Evergreen) (Open)

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system.

Pay rate $19.941 per hour; promotion to Technician II achieves $22.938 per hour.

Exciting Added Pay Differentials: $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, $1/hour after 3 years, and $1/hour after 5 years.

• 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)
• 79% employer paid health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer‑paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Career advancement opportunities as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on career aspirations
• Job security and stability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

• Perform inspection duties on highway construction projects, including preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking.
• Sample and test construction materials and document contractors’ daily work.
• Read and interpret construction and bridge plans.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Operate snow removal equipment as needed.
• Work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects; schedule may include nights, evenings, weekends.
• Receive all necessary training, materials, equipment, and safety apparel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• Valid driver’s license.
• For Technician II: experience or coursework in surveying, materials testing, or field inspections; or completion of NDOT Math, Highway Plan Reading, and Bridge Plan reading courses, or an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or related field.
• Must obtain Class A or B CDL within 90 days through in‑house training.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• May require overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, geometry.
• Experience operating heavy equipment or snow removal equipment.
• Computer experience: word processing, spreadsheets, Site Manager, GEOPAK, Micro Station.

Ability to work and communicate with a team, work independently, be self‑motivated, hold high integrity, be trainable, and accept challenges. Demonstrate safe and reliable practices, treat coworkers with respect, and make sound decisions.

The State of Nebraska values our teammates and a supportive environment that promotes 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.

Alexis, Talent Acquisition Partner – 402‑525‑2304

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