LABORER

Department:                                 Road and Bridge

Position Control Number:          0200-122

FLSA Status:                                  Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation:    This position is designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test:       Yes

Opening Date:                               April 17, 2025                         

Closing Date:                                 May 01, 2025  at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.  The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.  Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.  Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of roads, bridges, and surrounding grounds, and for directing traffic around work sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Puts signs up informing motorists of traffic situations or dangers.
• Rakes gravel, shovel and smooth asphalt on roads, and fill potholes.
• Directs traffic around construction sites using flags.
• Cuts weeds and grass along roads and intersections; trims trees for appearance and motorist visibility.
• Drives pick-up truck carrying county employee workers to work sites.
• Installs street signs and marker posts for public information.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED:     None.

WORKING CONDITIONS:   Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and requires handling and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• • Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member.
  • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Digital dexterity is necessary for equipment operation.
  • Capable of frequent walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending.
  • Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
  • Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of grade school coursework sufficient to provide reading ability; some experience performing manual labor or related duties; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.