Job Description

Description

Are you passionate about working collaboratively with others, having ownership of the work you do, and using your talents to positively affect communities? Does having Fridays off sound appealing? If so, come join the Materials and Research team at the Nebraska Department of Transportation!

At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), we reward our employee\'s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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% of 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
• Free parking

NDOT encourages applicants of all ages and experiences, including those who are early in their careers. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, as we believe that unique viewpoints and experiences bring a valuable perspective to our team.

The pay rate for this position: is $17.105. (Effective July 1, 2023, the pay rate will increase to $17.960)

Apply today using our new quick apply process! The system will require your resume at the beginning of the process to fill in the required information, but please remember to attach your resume again, one more time, at the end of the process before submitting. Thank you!

Examples of Work

As a Bridge Foundations Drill Rig Assistant, your duties include:

• Preform equipment preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Perform field testing during exploratory borings, including sample logging, collection, and preservation.
• Perform and assist in drilling operations for mud slurry-drilling and hollow stem drilling.
• Assist in the clearing of utilities, meeting with property owners, surveying, water level monitoring, and closure of boreholes.
• Log soil boring and record sample information, create geologic profile, and obtain samples of undisturbed soil specimens (Shelby tubes) for use in laboratory testing.
• Provide highway traffic control during drill rig mobilization on project sites.
• Use survey equipment to obtain the elevation of boring locations.

Qualifications / Requirements

REQUIREMENTS: Experience in highway construction inspection, or materials testing, or similar material laboratory operations.

PREFERRED:

• Field construction experience.
• Experience working with drilling equipment.
• Experience operating construction equipment.
• Experience in soil exploration.
• Class A CDL.

OTHER:

• A valid driver\'s license is required and possession of a Class A Commercial Driver\'s license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire is also required.
• Requires overnight and out-of-town travel for up to four days a week.
• The work week is four, ten-hour days with Fridays off (may occasionally have to work on a Friday).
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer experience with Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Ability to operate small hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to safely lift up to 80 pounds, use hand tools, and work under adverse conditions such as extreme heat or cold, in or near the path of moving vehicles or difficult terrain.
• Ability to use a handheld GPS device to locate boring locations.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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