Highway Construction Technician I​/II - St Paul

Location: Saint Paul

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

St. Paul, NE

Hiring Rate:

$22.938

Job Posting:

JR Highway Construction Technician I/II - St Paul (Open)

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

02-25-2026

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 $19.941 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $22.938 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 contact Todd in Talent Acquisition at  if you have any questions or to learn more about this opportunity.

Construction Technicians are responsible primarily for the inspection and verification of the quality and quantities of work for heavy highway construction projects. A person in this role will be expected to perform various materials testing routines on concrete, asphalt, soils, and other materials as required. This position also requires individuals to verify the location and quality of work match the project plan set and contract.

To this end, successful individuals will need to be able to read and interpret plans, contracts, and standard specifications as a regular part of their job. Often this will also include performing various survey-related tasks utilizing rods, levels, tape measures, and GPS equipment. Technicians will also record and maintain accurate documentation of quantities installed by the contractor as well as a diary of the construction activities as they occur throughout the day.

All official records are maintained digitally, and technicians will be expected to utilize computers and various programs daily. Individuals will be expected to be able to work both as part of a team as well as individually with minimal supervision. This position assists with snow removal on highways and the interstate. Individuals will be required to operate snowplows during winter events.

Job Duties:

* Under immediate supervision, performs routine tasks supporting highway construction projects, including survey crew work, basic materials testing, and/or routine inspections; performs related work as required.

* Successful candidates will be trained to inspect highway construction projects. This may include, but is not limited to, the sampling and testing of construction materials, the documentation of the contractor's daily work, and surveying activities related to highway construction. Candidates will learn the mathematical skills needed to be trained to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively.

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