What are the responsibilities and job description for the SEASONAL ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKER I position at Snohomish County?
Road Maintenance Is hiring up to 60 Seasonal Road Maintenance Worker I positions.
Do you enjoy working outside performing manual labor and learning new skills to help you succeed in a competitive job market?
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This position pays $24.95 per hour with no interview required.
If you are hardworking, team-oriented, reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic, this seasonal work is a great opportunity!
About the Job
You will enjoy three-day weekends as the required working hours are from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Thursday. Voluntary overtime opportunities may be available for additional income.
There is a variety of work to be performed through spring, summer, and early fall. Duties may include:
- road crew work performing a variety of duties,
- flagging, weed whacking, weeding retention ponds, landscaping,
- working on an asphalt paving or patching crew,
- clearing fallen trees and roadside debris removal
In this entry-level seasonal job, you will have an opportunity to learn many new and valuable skills. Punctuality is of the utmost importance in this role, and you will be expected to be on time and ready for work each day. As public employees you will experience the satisfaction of seeing your hard work benefit the communities and residents of Snohomish County.
Application Process – No Interview Required
Complete and submit an online application
Must be 18 or older by start date, have WA driver’s license, and H.S. diploma/GED
Must pass:
o Reference checking
o Criminal background check
o Physical capabilities test (PAT)
o Drug and alcohol test
o Review of your Washington State DOL Driver’s Abstract Record
Application Process – No Interview Required
Complete and submit an online application
Must be 18 or older by start date, have WA driver’s license, and H.S. diploma/GED
Must pass:
o Reference checking
o Criminal background check
o Physical capabilities test (PAT)
o Drug and alcohol test
o Review of your Washington State DOL Driver’s Abstract Record
o Flagger Training
We are hiring Seasonal Road Maintenance Workers in three hire groups. Seasonal employment is limited to six months in duration. The end date of your seasonal assignment will be determined by the start date.
About Road Maintenance
Our teams are responsible for maintaining roads, bridges, traffic, and the general transportation system within unincorporated Snohomish County.
About Snohomish County Public Works Department
Snohomish County Public Works is responsible for more than 1,650 miles of county roads, 201 bridges, and 202 traffic control signals, as well as processing nearly 600,000 tons of garbage per year. Its mission is to focus on safety and mobility while practicing fiscal responsibility and preserving the environment. Public Works has won numerous state and national honors for its work and is the largest department within Snohomish County government with approximately 550 employees plus seasonal staff. Visit the Public Works webpage to learn more.
We are hiring Seasonal Road Maintenance Workers in three hire groups. Seasonal employment is limited to six months in duration. The end date of your seasonal assignment will be determined by the start date.
About Road Maintenance
Our teams are responsible for maintaining roads, bridges, traffic, and the general transportation system within unincorporated Snohomish County.
About Snohomish County Public Works Department
Snohomish County Public Works is responsible for more than 1,650 miles of county roads, 201 bridges, and 202 traffic control signals, as well as processing nearly 600,000 tons of garbage per year. Its mission is to focus on safety and mobility while practicing fiscal responsibility and preserving the environment. Public Works has won numerous state and national honors for its work and is the largest department within Snohomish County government with approximately 550 employees plus seasonal staff. Visit the Public Works webpage to learn more.
When joining Public Works, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are highly encouraged and supported. We are invested in your success and growth, and a friendly diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference in providing services for our residents.
About Snohomish County
Snohomish County, north of Seattle, is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The county has rich scenery, numerous activities, and a thriving economy. Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.
Application/Hiring Process Steps
All correspondence to the applicant will be sent by email. Check your email inbox for emails from Snohomish County. Please add info@governmentjobs.com and info@neogov.com to your "safe sender" list to ensure our emails do not go to your junk mail/SPAM box.
On-line Application Closes - See Chart Above For Each Group
Complete and submit the online application. Applicants who meet the following minimum qualifications for this position will move forward in the hiring process. The minimum qualifications for this position are: High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Eligibility Register
Applicants who pass the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on an Eligibility Register and then hired in order by the date their application was received. The Eligibility Register will expire on 10/30/2025.
Reference Checking
- For those candidates selected, Public Works will contact three (3) professional references.
- On your application, under "References" include at least three (3) professional reference contacts and verify you have provided their current email address and phone number. References are notified using the email addresses provided in the Reference Section of your application.
- A professional reference is someone who has assigned and/or reviewed your completed work. Examples of acceptable professional references may include current or past supervisors/leads, coaches, tutors, or teachers/ professors.
- Candidates will be notified in advance when references will be contacted.
- Candidates are asked to notify their references that they will be contacted by Snohomish County via email and ask that they provide a timely response.
Conditional Offer
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications and complete the reference check process will be emailed a Conditional Offer Notice with instructions on how to move forward in the hiring process. The conditions of the offer will include instructions and deadlines on these required steps. Deadlines are strictly enforced.
Washington State Department of Licensing Driver's Abstract:
- Applicants will be emailed instructions on how to acquire and submit a current driver's abstract.
- Applicants will be emailed a link to complete and consent to an online background check.
- Applicants will be emailed instructions on how to schedule a required Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and drug and alcohol screening.
Offer Notice
Applicants who have met all the requirements of the Conditional Offer Notice will be emailed an Offer Notice. The Offer Notice will include detailed information outlining the dates and requirements for your hire date/new employee orientation and Flagger Certification training.
Flagger Certification Training
Flagger Certification training is offered at no cost to applicants who do not possess a current valid Flagger Certification card. This training is on unpaid time. You must be at least 18 years old to receive a Flagger Certification card.
Employment Summary for a SEASONAL Road Maintenance Worker I:
Work Schedule: This is a seasonal position, scheduled to work 40 hours per week. You will work Monday through Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You may be required to work occasional evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays and are subject to mandatory overtime and callouts at any time including working evening shifts for emergency conditions (i.e., windstorms, snow & ice, floods, earthquakes, etc.). You must be able to change work locations within the County with little to no prior notice.
Position Equipment & Dress Code: Your position requires you to report to work with ASTM approved safety toe boots. You will be reimbursed for your boots up to $300.00 with a legible original invoice. You will be required to wear other safety gear as appropriate for the work performed starting on your first day of employment. You will be provided with additional information at the time of a conditional offer
Driver License Requirements: You must have and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver's License which is required for employment.
State of Washington Traffic Flagging Card: You must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid State of Washington Traffic Flagging card within three (3) weeks of being hired. Snohomish County will provide training to obtain the Traffic Flagging Card.
Tardiness Policy: The Road Maintenance Division has firm attendance and tardiness policies.
Drug & Alcohol Testing: You will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Because this job is considered safety-sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment.
QUESTIONS?
Email Lynn.Seely@snoco.org or call Lynn Seely at 425-262-2812 or text 425-760-0966 with your questions.
BASIC FUNCTION
To perform a variety of unskilled manual labor tasks in support of road maintenance and repair operations. The Seasonal Road Maintenance Worker-I (RMW-I) position is an entry level position and subject to CDL random drug and alcohol testing and applicable federal and state regulations.
To perform a variety of unskilled manual labor tasks in support of road maintenance and repair operations. The Seasonal Road Maintenance Worker-I (RMW-I) position is an entry level position and subject to CDL random drug and alcohol testing and applicable federal and state regulations.
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Safely performs all work zone traffic control duties including, but not limited to setting up barricades, traffic cones, and signs; and flagging traffic for stationary and moving work zones.
- Loads and unloads equipment, materials and supplies.
- Cleans and clears culverts, drainage ditches and other drainage structures and maintains vegetation using hand and power tools as necessary.
- Cuts, rakes and disposes of brush and debris using a variety of hand and power tools including but not limited to weed eaters, chain saws and chippers; may pick up refuse and cleanup work and illegal dump sites.
- Installs raised pavement markers, thermoplastic markings, and other types of traffic channelization devices.
- Performs concrete and asphalt pavement installation, repair, patching and cleaning using a jackhammer and other hand and power tools as necessary; may manually prepare sub grade for paving; may assist in installing concrete drain tile and culvert pipe.
- Performs manual labor tasks on projects including installation of concrete catch basins, retaining walls, walkways and other structures as directed; builds concrete forms and places reinforcing steel as required; mixes and pours concrete as necessary; trowels, sweeps and edges new concrete as necessary; may act as a carpenter's helper.
- Performs routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of assigned equipment and tools; and completes service requests as needed.
- Submits neat and complete written and electronic records including time sheets, maintenance history report forms and other records as directed.
- Work out-of-class as a CDL equipment operator/truck driver as needed and assigned, including participating in emergency response as needed.
- Drives a pickup truck or light duty diesel truck, less than 26,000 GVW.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES
- May operate a laptop computer, mobile data collector, digital camera, etc. as necessary to accomplish assigned work duties.
- Performs related duties as required.
High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver's License which is required for employment.
Must have and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver's License which is required for employment.
Maintain a satisfactory Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) driving record, periodically verified by current drivers abstract from the Department of Licensing (DOL).
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid State of Washington Traffic
Flagging card within three (3) weeks of being hired.
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid State of Washington Traffic
Flagging card within three (3) weeks of being hired.
A valid First Aid card within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
All Road Maintenance Workers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment”
Job offer will be conditioned on a satisfactory review of a current and valid three year driver abstract from DOL; and satisfactory results of a post-offer drug screen test, a medical examination, and a Physical Capacities Evaluation performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County. Applicants are subject to a criminal background check as part of the hiring process.
Job offers are also contingent on successful completion of reference checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- equipment, materials and tools used in routine road construction, maintenance and repair work
- maintenance of assigned tools and equipment in a safe and clean operating condition
- potential hazards associated with the work
- requirements and regulations pertaining to employee's CDL
- general safety rules and regulations, and safe working procedures
Ability to:
- operate assigned equipment safely and skillfully, in all types of weather and work situations
- perform the physical duties of the work in all types of weather conditions
- perform routine manual labor tasks including heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
- display good communication skills including the ability to understand and follow verbal and written direction and instructions
- learn a variety of work skills associated with road maintenance and repair operations
- safely and efficiently use a variety of hand and power tools
- drive a pickup truck or other light vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
- read, understand and follow safety rules and regulations and county policies and procedures
- learn and administer basic first aid and CPR methods and procedures
- establish and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers and superiors
- communicate courteously and professionally with the general public, superiors, and co-workers
- remain composed and professional in stressful situations
- adapt to change in policies, rules, regulations, work environment, crew and assignments
- read and understand grade stakes
- perform basic math calculations
- ability to possess, obtain and maintain a flagger card
- interact in a professional manner with co workers, supervisory personnel, and the public
PHYSICAL EFFORT
The work involves a variety of routine manual labor tasks. This includes frequent bending, twisting and stooping, frequent lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, constant walking and standing. Physical exertion and vibration when operating tools such as: jackhammer, plate compactor, chainsaw, or exertion lifting objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
SUPERVISION
Employee reports to a lead worker, crew chief and/or supervisor as assigned. The work is routine in nature, and is performed under general supervision. Specific instructions are given for unusual or non-routine tasks.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed outdoors in a construction environment in all types of weather. The employee is also exposed to a variety of conditions such as: working in ditches, slopes, trenches, excavations, and on uneven terrain and slippery surfaces. Employees are exposed to a variety of potential hazards associated with working near traffic and around heavy construction and maintenance equipment. Employees may be required to work occasional evenings, nights, weekends or holidays and employees are subject to mandatory overtime and call-outs at any time including working evening shifts for emergency conditions (i.e. windstorms, snow & ice, floods, earthquakes, etc.) The employee must be able to change work locations within the County with little to no prior notice.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice
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