About the role
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency
Transportation - Agency 27
Location
North Platte, NE
Hiring Rate
$20.390
Job Posting
JR2026-00029589 Hwy Construction Technician I/II - North Platte (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
10-17-2026
Job Description
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative
statewide transportation system!
Pay rate of $20.390 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $23.454 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills.
Exciting Added Pay Differentials! In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of:
$1/hour after 1 year of continuous service,
an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service,
an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service.
We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT!
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits
package which include:
- 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
- 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
Please reach out to Tessa, Talent Acquisition Partner, at (402) 419-3192 if you have questions or to learn more.
Job Duties
- Successful candidates will be trained to perform inspection duties on highway construction projects.
- This may include, but is not limited to, performing preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking as a primary duty, but could also entail the sampling and testing of construction materials, and the documentation of contractor’s daily work related to highway construction.
- Candidates will learn the mathematical skills needed to be trained to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively.
- Successful candidates will be trained and required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Candidates will be trained to operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed.
- Candidates will be required to work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects.
- Hours are typically based on the contractor's schedule and this may include nights, evenings, and weekends.
- Successful candidates will be provided with all the necessary training, materials, equipment, and safety apparel to perform assigned duties.
- May be required to perform survey duties and/or materials testing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications: