8733 - Extra Help Temporary Laborer (Roads & Parks)

Jackson County; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Medford, Oregon, is seeking temporary laborers for their Road Maintenance Division. Responsibilities include performing heavy manual labor outdoors, directing traffic, and assisting with road repairs. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid Oregon Driver's license, and be in good physical condition. Various certification requirements apply. This is a seasonal position offering exposure to valuable skills.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• Position requires good physical condition with strength and stamina for heavy manual labor.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written direction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Performs heavy manual labor, such as digging ditches and removing obstacles.
• Flags traffic around hazards and directs truck drivers.
• Performs simple tasks in repairing road surfaces.

Job description

Overview

Jackson County Employment Opportunity

Do you enjoy working outdoors and somewhere new almost every day? We are looking for new team members who want to make a difference. We work all over Jackson County, Monday–Friday, with opportunities for overtime. We do most of our training in-house, with certified flagger training on the first day. Although these are seasonal positions, they do allow you to show us your interest and abilities, and allow you to become more familiar with the work we do and the equipment we use. If this sounds interesting, we hope you will apply.

Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

• Looking for 7 extra help temporary laborers for our Road Maintenance Division.
• Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (schedule may vary).
• Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• Must submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire.
• Review Jackson County\'s requirements for an acceptable driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs heavy manual labor digging ditches, cleaning and installing culverts or drain tiles, cutting and chipping brush, spraying brush, removing obstacles from roadways and adjacent areas, and hand loading and unloading of all types of materials. Installs and repairs guardrails, sign posts, and etc.
• Directs truck drivers to proper location for dumping rock or other material and flags traffic around hazards or crews in roadways.
• Performs simple tasks in repairing road surfaces, such as removing loose material, hand spreading of sand and asphalt, bridge work, or other work as directed.

Position Requirements

Must be 18 years old. Position requires good physical condition with strength and stamina to do heavy manual labor for extended periods in all kinds of weather; ability to understand and follow oral and written direction; and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s license and a good driving record. Possession of a valid Flagger’s Certification Card and a valid Defensive Driving/Safe Driving card or certificate of completion, or ability to obtain both certifications within 30 days of appointment.

Equal Opportunity

JACKSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Upon request, special accommodations and/or assistance will be gladly provided for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory impairments. Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the county must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States. For a copy of Jackson County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncounty.gov or call 541-774-6036.