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Sauk County

Highway Operator 1

Baraboo, WI · On-site

$24.22 - $26.47/hr

Highway Operators are essential for preserving the integrity of transportation networks, promoting ... Mow right-of-way and trims and remove brush while remaining conscious of traffic and crew safety.

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Highway Maintenance Worker II

Milwaukee, WI

$23.92 - $35.88/hr

Under the Supervision of the Highway Management/Supervisory staff, the primary role of Highway ... Grass mowing, tree removal, pruning and culvert and ditch maintenance - To mow grass on Interstate ...

Sauk County, WI

Highway Operator 1

Endeavor, WI · On-site

$24.22 - $26.47/hr

Highway Department 620 Linn Street Baraboo, WI 53930 Job Type: Non-Exempt Job Number: 2231 ... Mow right-of-way and trims and remove brush while remaining conscious of traffic and crew safety.

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Highway Maintenance Worker II

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$23.92 - $35.88/hr

Under the Supervision of the Highway Management/Supervisory staff, the primary role of Highway ... Grass mowing, tree removal, pruning and culvert and ditch maintenance - To mow grass on Interstate ...

Boone County, IN

Highway Worker

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$48K - $60K/yr

... mowers, bush hog, weed trimmer, pruner, rake, and brush chipper. Delivers equipment to work sites ... highway construction and maintenance. Ability to physically perform assigned duties, including ...

Boone County Government

Highway Worker

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$48K - $60K/yr

... mowers, bush hog, weed trimmer, pruner, rake, and brush chipper Delivers equipment to work sites ... highway construction and maintenance. Ability to physically perform assigned duties, including ...

DeKalb County, Illinois

Highway Maintainer

Dekalb, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $25.25/hr

Position Overview DeKalb County Highway Department is seeking a Highway Maintainer. Under the ... mowers, loaders of various size, grader, backhoe, excavator, crack seal machine, hot-mix patching ...

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How much do highway mowing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for highway mowing in the United States is $22.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in highway mowing?

A typical day in Highway Mowing often starts early and involves operating mowing machinery, trimming roadside vegetation, clearing debris, and checking equipment for safety and maintenance issues. You’ll work outdoors in a team, coordinating with supervisors and sometimes traffic control personnel to ensure safety around active roadways. Tasks may vary depending on weather, the season, and specific project requirements, but safety and efficiency are always top priorities. While the work is physically demanding and often done in varying weather conditions, it offers a sense of accomplishment from helping maintain safe and attractive public roadways.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in highway mowing, and why are they important?

To thrive in Highway Mowing, you need basic landscaping knowledge, physical stamina, attention to safety, and often a valid driver's license. Familiarity with riding mowers, trimmers, safety gear, and sometimes commercial driver certifications (CDL) are commonly required. Dependability, teamwork, and clear communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are vital for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance of highway landscapes often in dynamic and safety-sensitive environments.

What is highway mowing?

A Highway Mowing job involves operating mowing equipment to maintain grassy areas along roads, highways, and medians. Workers ensure clear visibility for drivers, prevent overgrown vegetation from becoming a hazard, and maintain the overall appearance of roadsides. The job may require operating tractors, mowers, and trimmers, as well as performing basic equipment maintenance. Safety precautions are crucial due to working near traffic and obstacles.

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Infographic showing various Highway Mowing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,254 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Highway Maintenance Technician Guardrail

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc.

Kissimmee, FL • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Highway Maintenance Technician Guardrail
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. (Jorgensen) is a world leader in maintenance management. For over 65 years Jorgensen has provided a diverse range of facility and highway infrastructure, consulting, maintenance and management services. Our professionals are in the forefront as facility managers, maintenance engineers, trainers, assets managers and solution providers. Our firm is focused on the operations and maintenance of transportation and public works infrastructure assets. Our maintenance operations is comprised of professional engineers, certified quality control inspectors, and experienced maintenance technicians with proficiency developing and executing highway infrastructure maintenance contracts throughout the United States. Our system approach to maintenance management is unparalleled in our industry. We know how to identify and implement innovative solutions for our client's toughest challenges.
Position Summary:Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is currently seeking full-time Highway Maintenance Technicians-Mowing Equipment Operators to perform maintenance operations in the Kissimmee, FL area. This position requires performing a variety of tasks related to highway maintenance and adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Jorgensen Company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Work as a part of a team performing a variety of tasks related to highway mowing operations. MUST be flexible and able to work on-call and nights when necessary. Mowing tasks include, but not limited to:
  • Mowing operations
    • Small machine, large machine, tractors, 15' mowing decks
  • Weed eating
  • Litter removal
    • Side by side, trash pickers/reacher

Preferred Experience:
  • Roadway maintenance experience
  • Small machine mowing
  • Mowing/weed control
  • MOT Certifications

Clean driving record is essential
Must pass criminal background check
Qualifications:
  • Maintain company standards for background checks (i.e. criminal record, driving record and controlled substance/drug testing)
  • Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
  • Carry out simple arithmetic functions
  • Maintain proper safety equipment required for each job
  • Knowledge and ability to adapt to the latest technology
  • Ability to use smart phone and applications
  • Ability to adjust to changing work schedule
  • Ability to work safely under ranging environmental and weather conditions
  • Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds; strenuous manual labor may be required
  • Ability to operate hand/power tools

Schedule:
Full time; must be flexible and willing to work on-call and overtime as needed.
Salary:
$17+/hr depending on equipment knowledge/experience.
Total Compensation Package to include: FREE PPE! Includes competitive base pay, annual profitability-based bonus, recognition incentives and extensive training opportunities. Comprehensive Benefit Plan options for full time employees to including Health, Vision, & Dental insurance for you and your family, 401(k) Retirement Plan, 2 weeks of Vacation time, 2 weeks of Sick time, 12 Paid Holidays, Free Life Insurance, Free Long Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Critical Illness coverage, Free Employee Assistance Plans, Nationwide Pet Insurance Discount, and more!
Company will conduct Background check, MVR and Controlled Substance testing prior to hire.
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V

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