Seasonal Summer Highway Maintainer / Laborer Temporary

DELTA COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE

Seasonal Highway Maintainer/Laborer

• Ideal for Highschool Graduates or College Students!

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a District Superintendent & Foreman, maintains highways, municipal and rural roads and rights-of-ways in safe conditions. Since the work is seasonal, ability to cut brush, erect signs and other labor functions as needed.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Drives truck and equipment to work site. (Light duty trucks only) Checks equipment daily to maintain efficient and safe operational status: Performs routine vehicle maintenance checks daily. Assists in the installing and maintenance of traffic control devices, signs, barricades, cones, etc. Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned, after completing "Traffic Control Training." May erect and repair guard rails, highway markers, etc. utilizing hand tools, nails, and power tools. Manually patches asphalt and seal coat roads also may work with Crack Sealing crew on various roadways throughout the summer. Washes and cleans equipment at District Garages. Sweeps and maintains truck storage areas at District I and District II. Operates lawn mowers and lawn equipment for upkeep at District Garages. May be utilized as a parts runner for maintenance Garage. The duties state here are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities which might be assigned to personnel so classified.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

(ADA): Physical Mobility

• Ability to walk extended distances and climb ramps to access Commission and other work related locations and facilities. Vision and Sight
• Ability to read instruction, directions, and similar written information in letters, memoranda, forms and other documents. Hearing and Speaking
• Ability to converse orally with standard telephones and radios to receive and communicate information to employees and the public. Agility and Movement
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and manipulate tools, equipment, supplies, and other objects often weighing upwards to 80 pounds.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Hard hats, safety vests, gloves, safety eyewear, etc. will be supplies by the Delta County Road Commission

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

High School education, GED, or equivalent education preparation, ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively, ability to work satisfactorily with other employees, and ability to work extended hours.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years old or older with Valid Operators License.

NOTE:

The above job description has been developed based on the guidelines defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990).

Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person