What are the responsibilities and job description for the Road Maintenance Workers - Extra Help position at Spokane County Washington?
Job Summary
This is general road maintenance and construction work.
NOTES: THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO FILL UP TO 35 VACANCIES. 40 HOURS/WEEK. PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT MAY BE UP TO 6 MONTHS. WORK MAY BE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS.
To be considered, an application must be completed fully. A resume does not replace an application.
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Examples of Duties
Removes materials and cleans roadsides, ditches, drains, drywells, culverts, etc. upon assignment or upon notice by personal inspection; alerts supervisor of needed repairs or road hazards.
Performs hand ditching, patching, hole filling, leveling of surfaces.
Assists others in their work by participating in that work not requiring a high degree of skills.
Operates autos and pickups or other equipment and specialized tools as needed; transports equipment operators and supplies to and from work sites.
Assists equipment operators by placing and removing warning devices; acts as flag person; assists with installation of equipment parts and accessories, etc.
Answers citizen complaints; makes repairs and reports complaints and results to supervisors.
Safely operates equipment and tools.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Three (3) months experience which demonstrates an ability to perform outdoor physical labor. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
LICENSE: Valid driver's license.
NOTE: Work may be in heavy traffic and adverse weather conditions.
Selection Factors
- deal with citizens in a calm courteous manner.
- follow written or oral instructions in a responsible and efficient manner.
- maintain effective working relations with fellow workers and supervisors.
- perform medium to heavy physical labor for extended periods time.
- operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.
824 N Adams
Spokane, Washington, 99260
