Highway Maintenance Worker​/Snowplow Driver

The Maintenance Worker I serves as an operator of motorized equipment used in the construction, repair, and maintenance of County roadways.

Ability to obtain a Class A CDL within three (3) months of hire is required.

CDL training will be provided to those employees in this position hired without required licensure. After successful completion of training and licensure, the employee participates in required DOT, FMCSA, and Douglas County testing to become a Maintenance Worker I. Salary increases from $20.46 to $22.92 hourly once licensure and testing requirements are satisfied.

This position may be required to work night shifts on rotation for the winter season. The winter season typically ranges from 5-6 months out of the year. Specific shifts may vary throughout the season.

Must be available to work weekends during winter snow‑plowing seasons, and occasionally work weekends during construction season.

The work of the Maintenance Worker I involves the safe and efficient operation of those classes of equipment, which include, but are not limited to: trucks, dozers, rollers, graders, excavators, and tri‑axle snowplows. The work is performed under the general supervision of a working foreman.

Full‑time based on 40 hours/week; non‑exempt; $22.92 – $24.13 per hour reflects the normal hiring range for 2026.

Safely and efficiently performs labor activities required to maintain highway corridors within the county as directed by the Highway Operations Manager or other designated personnel.

• Complete online training to obtain CDL permit within three (3) months of hire.
• Minor repair and maintenance of equipment
• Ability to be on call 24/7 and available for call outs during the winter maintenance/plowing season, and other forecasted weather emergencies throughout the year.
• Plowing, clearing, and sanding of county plow routes
• Conducts patching and sealing activities on road and bridge surface defects.
• Inspects, cleans, and maintains culverts and other water control features including removal of beaver dams and debris.
• Flag and otherwise direct traffic in construction and repair zones.
• Cut, remove, and/or control roadside vegetation. Removal or control may utilize chainsaws, hand tools, brushers, or other equipment as directed by supervisor.
• Operate and maintain various tools used in normal highway and road maintenance.
• Monitor highways, roads, and right of ways; report problem areas to supervisor.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees, DOT and government officials, supervisors, and peers.
• Understand, promote, execute and adhere to the department’s safety program.
• Accurately document time and attendance, equipment usage, and material usage.
• May report to other portals as instructed by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or equivalent; working knowledge of highway maintenance procedures; experience operating heavy equipment.
Must have valid driver’s license; shall obtain a Class A CDL within three (3) months of hire. After obtaining CDL license, ability to perform duties as listed in Maintenance Worker I/II Job Description.

• Basic skills in the operation of heavy construction equipment, construction means and methods, basic surveying techniques, snow and ice removal operations traffic control measures, and erosion control best practices.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, including but not limited to, hammers, wrenches, chainsaws, saws sanders, shovels, brooms, and routers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to street and highway maintenance and construction.
• Ability to exercise the judgement, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information.
• Ability to communicate and interact with individuals from…