The Nevada Department of Transportation is looking ahead and preparing to keep state roads clear when winter snow flies. NDOT is hiring temporary highway maintenance workers to help keep winter roads clear, including snow plow and anti-icing operations and assisting in highway emergency response, among other duties. Through Sept. 8, applications are being accepted for more than 60 temporary winter job positions in Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Gardnerville, Tahoe and other areas across the state.  The majority of positions will be required to operate various types of heavy equipment and offer opportunity to advance into permanent positions. Requirements and further information is available through the “careers” link of nevadadot.com.