8944 - Extra Help Temporary Laborer (Roads & Parks)

Jackson County; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson County is seeking seasonal outdoor workers to perform manual labor across various sites in Jackson County. The role involves physical work, flagging duties, and operating with safety protocols.

Training is provided, including in-house instruction and flagger certification on day one. Employees will work Monday through Friday with potential overtime, must pass a background check and DMV print, and may need to obtain defensive driving certification.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be in good physical condition to perform heavy manual labor in all weather.
• Criminal background check required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy manual labor such as digging ditches, cleaning and installing culverts, and clearing brush.
• Direct truck drivers to dumping locations and flag traffic around hazards.
• Perform basic road maintenance tasks as directed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Ability to follow directions

Tools

Flagger Certification

Oregon Driver's License

Defensive Driving Certificate

Job description

Jackson County Employment Opportunity

Do you enjoy working outdoors and somewhere new almost every day? We are looking for a new team member who wants 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 in 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!

• Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. (schedule may vary).
• Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• Must submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to hire.

Definition: Under supervision to perform general unskilled or limited manual tasks and to perform related work as required.

Examples of Principle Duties and Position Functions: (The following duties represent the principle job duties, however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.)

• 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 area, 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 of certificate of completion, or ability to obtain both certifications within 30 days of appointment.

ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer

In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at [phone] or by TTY/TDD 711 or [phone] as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need.

Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036.

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.