Laborer

GovFirst; Woodford (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

GovFirst is seeking dependable Winter Maintenance Laborers to support winter maintenance operations in Woodford, VA. The role involves driving and maintaining trucks, installing plows, spreading deicers, and assisting with equipment before storms.

Position is seasonal/on-call with 1099 status, requiring ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in cold weather. Training and safety protocols are provided, with emergency call-out duties including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience performing physically demanding labor such as construction, maintenance, landscaping, or warehouse work.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations outside normal hours.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare maintenance trucks by installing plows, spreaders, mounting frames, and related equipment.
• Load salt, sand, and other deicing materials into maintenance vehicles.
• Assist with equipment preparation before winter events.
• Remove and install plow blades, tailgates, and related equipment.
• Clean and service plows, spreaders, and other winter maintenance equipment after operations.
• Assist with end-of-season equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Clear sidewalks, walkways, entrances, loading areas, and operational facilities as assigned.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Perform physically demanding manual labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and industry safety policies and procedures.
• Wear and properly utilize all required PPE.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist equipment operators and maintenance personnel with assigned duties.
• Respond to emergency call-outs, including nights, weekends, holidays, and severe weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members regarding work assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical labor

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent experience or training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: Laborer Location: Woodford, VA Employment Type: Seasonal | On-Call | 1099

GovFirst is seeking dependable and hardworking Winter Maintenance Laborers to support winter maintenance operations in Woodford, VA.

• Prepare maintenance trucks by installing and removing plows, spreaders, mounting frames, and related equipment.
• Load salt, sand, and other deicing materials into maintenance vehicles.
• Assist with preparing equipment before winter weather events.
• Remove and install plow blades, tailgates, and related equipment.
• Clean and service plows, spreaders, and other winter maintenance equipment after operations.
• Assist with end-of-season equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Clear sidewalks, walkways, entrances, loading areas, and operational facilities as assigned.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Perform physically demanding manual labor, including lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and industry safety policies and procedures.
• Wear and properly utilize all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist equipment operators and maintenance personnel with assigned duties.
• Respond to emergency call-outs, including nights, weekends, holidays, and severe weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members regarding work assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements Required Qualifications

• Experience performing construction, maintenance, landscaping, warehouse, or other physically demanding labor preferred.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations outside normal working hours.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Equivalent experience or training may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications & Screening

• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred but not required.
• Completion of all required safety and job-specific training.