Seasonal Laborer

JOB SUMMARY:
This position provides a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled laboring tasks in support of the
operation and maintenance of Town streets, roadways, rights of ways, parks, trails, drainage
facilities, and other Town infrastructure.
MAJOR DUTIES:
1. Assist with general maintenance and repair on all streets and sidewalks to include
installation and repair of signage, delineators, patching, painting, sweeping, traffic
control, streetlights, traffic signals, bridges, culverts and drainage areas, noxious weed
control, as well as trash and debris removal.
2. Park general maintenance and repairs on playground equipment, fencing, shelters,
benches and tables, signage, lighting, statue bases, trash receptacles, bridges, railings,
and stairs.
3. Trail maintenance and repairs to include grooming of gravel paths and patching of
asphalt path widths and shoulders, fencing, bridges, railings, signage, benches, tables,
trash receptacles and landscaping materials.
4. Building maintenance may include minor repairs, including application of paint & stain
products.
5. Performs a variety of laboring activities including the use of hand tools, light power
equipment and maintenance equipment
6. Operates light duty equipment to perform related maintenance and construction
assignments
7. Maintain work areas, shop, grounds, office, restrooms and common use areas in a neat
and orderly fashion.
8. Maintains a safe working environment to include working in traffic and congested areas,
working in ditches and confined spaces and all work environments.
9. Assist Gardening Crew & Utilities Department as needed.
10. Perform a variety of duties that require considerable knowledge of the use and wear of
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
11. Perform pre & post trip vehicle inspection to include cleaning & fueling.
12. Perform special projects and miscellaneous duties such as event and function set-ups a
as directed by a supervisor.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working with the other Public Works staff, install, maintain and repair Town owned assets to
ensure they are in safe and functional condition.
The Laborer will:
 Promote a professional, cooperative and problem solving atmosphere;
 Arrive to work per posted schedule, and in appropriate attire;
 Have the ability to adhere to weekend and on-call scheduling as posted;
 Conduct all business in a professional and courteous manner and may occasionally be
required to teach, or give instruction to co-workers; and
 Ensure the safety of all staff, citizens and Town owned property by reporting unsafe
conditions and/or suspicious activity to the Street Superintendent, Public Works Director
or Town Manager.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
This is a line staff position that reports to the Street Superintendent and receives frequent
supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
 Valid Driver’s License
 Insurable driving record required.
Good communication and organizational skills are a must. Must be self-motivated, work autonomously
and with others. Must be able to use and operate the following: telephone, calculator and two-way radio.
Candidates should have working knowledge of the following equipment: hand and power tools such as
hammers, saws, lawnmower, weed trimmer, water pumps and chemical spray equipment, both manual
and power.
Good vision and hearing (with corrections ok). Requires continual standing, sitting, walking, stooping,
crouching, bending, reaching, fingering, handling, shoveling, kneeling and eye-hand coordination. Must
be able to lift and carry weights of approximately 50 lbs. and, push and/or pull weights of approximately
150 lbs. Must be able to work safely in areas subject to high traffic volumes.
Environmental conditions range from extreme heat and cold to wet and humid, mold, noise, dust and
fumes. Must be able to safely handle industrial and hazardous chemicals.
PAY AND BENEFITS:
The anticipated hiring range for this non-exempt position is $18.00 to $22.00 an hour and is
dependent on experience and qualifications.
As this is a seasonal position, full-time benefits are not available. Seasonal employees working
over 32 hours per week are eligible for holiday pay, a clothing allowance, and returning
bonuses.
The town reserves the right to revise and change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or
implied contract of employment.

Salary : $18 - $22