Temporary Laborer - Public Works

Walton County Emergency Management Agency; Haarlem; On-site; EUR 19,370 - 25,423; Full time

Job summary

Walton County Public Works is seeking a Temporary Laborer to perform unskilled manual tasks across construction, maintenance, landscaping and grounds-keeping of county facilities and roads. You will assist in drainage work, mowing, fencing, and debris removal, and you may respond to emergencies and help with events and traffic control.

The role requires basic reading/writing and math skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Flagging Certification.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform unskilled, manual work in construction, maintenance, landscaping and grounds-keeping of county streets, drainage and facilities.
• Respond to emergency calls; clear debris after storms or events; assist with events and traffic control.
• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and equipment; monitor safety and efficiency; complete forms and documentation.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Temporary Laborer - Public Works

This position performs unskilled, manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, landscaping, and grounds-keeping of county streets/roads, drainage systems, and public facilities. Performs manual functions such as road/asphalt maintenance/repair/grading, drainage system maintenance/repair, pipe install/maintenance/repair, ditch construction/repair, cement mixing/removal, sidewalk/driveway install/maintenance/repair, fencing install/repair, digging holes/trenches. Mows lawns, trims and edges grass, blows/rakes leaves from walkways; plants/prunes/maintains plants, trees, and shrubs. Responds to emergency calls as needed; clears trees and debris following storms or other emergency situations. Receives, reviews, prepares, processes, and completes various forms and documentation; reads maps and diagrams as needed. Flags traffic at work sites. Transports, loads, and unloads materials and equipment used in projects. Uses GPS to navigate to various locations. Assists in setting up special events/activities; assists with traffic control during events and cleanup after events. Maintains and repairs machinery, equipment, and tools as needed; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Operates a variety of hand and power tools; operates some power equipment and machinery; utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and others. Performs related duties.

Qualifications

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Flagging Certification.

Special Requirements

This position requires a completed Walton County employment application. Electronic signatures are not accepted. Resumes submitted without a completed application will not be considered.

Job Details

Job ID FY26-109 Category Public Works Status Open Salary $18.29 per hour, no benefits Posted June 18, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Standard Employment Application 2025