Seasonal Flagger/ Laborer 1

Seasonal Flagger/ Laborer 1 Yamhill County has two seasonal, full-time positions for a Flagger/Laborer 1. In this role you will use County vehicles to drive to work areas and deploys signs consistent with MUTCD standards. Standing for long periods of time while flagging traffic through work zone. Interact with the traveling public often. Assignments may require manual labor in their accomplishment as well as accuracy and close attention to specific details.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the immediate supervision of the Road Manager and Road Supervisor or other administrative and professional superiors. Work is reviewed to ensure instructions are followed and for conformance with established departmental and engineering standards.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision is not a responsibility of this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITIONS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. DEPENDING ON ASSIGNMENT, THE EMPLOYEE MAY PERFORM A COMBINATION OF SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DUTIES

• Work Zone Traffic Control, "Flagging"
• Safely direct and control traffic in and around work zones.
• Manual Labor
• Perform manual labor including but not limited to cutting and removing roadside vegetation; removing obstacles from roadways; clearing trash and debris from the right-of-way; loading and unloading materials; installing and/or repairing fences, rails, and signposts.
• Equipment Operations
• Operate light duty pickup trucks.
• Exposure
• Work is done outdoors in all types of weather and in all areas of the County.
• Performance
• Must be able to work continuously in a productive manner, with a professional demeanor; understand and execute directions; and effectively communicate and work with others.

Required Information Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program. Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Documents included with this identifying information will be removed from the application packet. Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance. Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov . Veterans' Preference Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, please complete and attach all the following. Veteran's Hiring Preference ( Veterans Preference Hiring Form-PDF ) Supporting Documentation

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KNOWLEDGE OF

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• Methods and materials used in road and bridge repair and maintenance.
• Work Zone Safety standards and requirements.

SKILL IN

• Operating equipment safely under varying conditions.
• Performing designated field and road duties such as flagging traffic, assisting crews and maintaining light motorized equipment.
• Communicating, both orally and in writing.

ABILITY TO

• Perform the duties of a Work Zone Safety certified flagger.
• Perform manual work outdoors.
• Operate equipment safely and under adverse conditions.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Follow company safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report hazards and unsafe behaviors.
• Attend work as scheduled and/or required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience in Work Zone Safety standards and flagging, operation of light road maintenance equipment such as trucks, mowing machines, light rollers, etc., and experience performing semi

• and skilled manual tasks as required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to secure and maintain a driver's license valid in the state of Oregon. Will be required to drive a County vehicle. Employees authorized to operate a private vehicle on County business are required to carry a valid driver's license and liability insurance minimums as outlined in

ORS 806.070.

May be subject to successful completion of a background check.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS SUMMARY

The incumbent typically works in a building and outdoor areas and uses mechanical equipment as needed to perform duties with associated noise levels. Weather conditions may vary. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday. Some areas may be exposed to loud noise and require the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection. The employee is regularly required to talk, listen and hear, frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, regularly push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally push, pull and lift up to 60 pounds. The incumbent will regularly use mechanical equipment typical of those used in the maintenance of buildings and landscape. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change. The job specification requirements stated are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job successfully. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above so that the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.