Laborer

Dougherty County; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dougherty County Public Works Department is hiring on a continuous basis for a Laborer. This position is to safely and efficiently perform skilled and unskilled work including carpentry, masonry, construction, and custodial tasks.

Under general supervision, the Laborer may mix cement, lay bricks, operate power saws, maintain grounds, assist with road construction, or perform custodial duties as assigned, with work methods determined by department needs and conditions.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related job experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs work in accordance with established quality and safety standards.
• Uses county vehicle to make deliveries, pick-ups, haul equipment and supplies.
• Performs light repair work.
• Cleans offices, garage area, and bathrooms.
• Assists with road construction such as patching potholes.
• Aids with the installation of drainage and water pipes.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

The Dougherty County Public Works Department is hiring on a continuous basis for a Laborer. The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently perform skilled and unskilled work such as carpentry, masonry, construction, and custodial. May be responsible for mixing cement, laying bricks, operating power saws, maintaining grounds, assisting with road construction, or performing custodial and housekeeping assignments. Work may vary dependent upon assigned department. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs work in accordance with established quality and safety standards.
• Uses county vehicle to make deliveries, pick‑ups, haul equipment and supplies.
• Performs light repair work.
• Cleans offices, garage area, and bathrooms.
• Assists with road construction such as patching potholes.
• Aids with the installation of drainage and water pipes.
• Operates various gas‑powered tools such as chain saws, packers, concrete saw, and cement mixer.
• Operates hand tools such as a shovel, pick, axe, concrete finish tools, and carpentry tools.
• Removes and discards road kill and obstructive debris.
• Redirects traffic when trucks and other equipment obstruct roadway during work completion.
• Responsible for litter control onsite and on roads.
• Maintains grounds.
• Responsible for vehicle detail and completing fuel tickets.
• Works in conjunction with inmates for work detail.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Not required but preferred).
• One (1) year of related job experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Physical Demands

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

• None

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Standard Clauses:

May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County.

Supplemental Information

Application Deadline: This announcement is open continuous to qualified applicants until no longer posted.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005.

DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.