What are the responsibilities and job description for the HIghway Maintenance Seasonal Worker position at COUNTY OF REDWOOD?
Job Details
Level: Entry
Job Location: Redwood County Highway Department - Redwood Falls - Redwood Falls, MN
Position Type: Seasonal/Temporary
Education Level: High School or GED
Salary Range: $19.09 - $19.09 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Construction
Description
This position will support the Maintenance Departments road and bridge maintenance program and may occasionally complete road and bridge surveys and construction inspections.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Operates all equipment in a safe manner at all times, following all approved safety procedures to avoid accidents or property damage.
- Mowing along County Roads using farm implements.
- Assisting with the installation and replacement of highway culverts.
- Assist crews with chip sealing, bituminous patching, and crack-filling operations.
- Assist with sign installation.
- Performing duties of a flagger to safely move traffic through highway construction zones.
- Weed and brush control including weed spraying along county-wide roadsides.
- Clean and maintain equipment on a daily basis.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other work-related duties as required.
- Painting exterior/interior of shops as required.
- Road and bridge construction project inspection support as required.
- Road and bridge surveying as required.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Class D Drivers License.
EDUCATION
A high school diploma or equivalent. Three months prior experience in construction work (classroom, employment, or personal) is preferred.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Must possess the following skills and abilities:
- Must be able to understand written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to effectively and safely perform various highway maintenance activities.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with others.
- Ability to operate large mowers safely and effectively.
- Be able to maintain prompt, predictable, and reliable attendance.
- Must possess a valid MN Drivers License and must be at least 18 years of age.
The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.
Salary : $19
