Seasonal Laborer

Prince George's co.; Maryland; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is seeking a Seasonal Laborer for the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance. This unskilled manual labor role involves cleaning streets, curbs, and drainage, operating basic tools, and assisting with maintenance tasks across multiple county facilities.

Hours vary with weather and overtime may be required. Valid driver’s license is required; location: Brandywine, Glendale, Forestville.

Qualifications

• Completion of six (6) school grades.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Performs the full range of manual labor work duties and responsibilities.
• Cleans streets, curbs, gutters, right-of-ways, sidewalks and catch basin inlets.
• Assists in tree, turf and grounds maintenance on County rights-of-way and at County facilities.
• Assists in construction, repair and patching of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, driveways, etc.
• Cleans up and removes trash, leaves and other debris from County property.
• Acts as traffic flag person.

Skills

Manual labor

Valid driver's license

Adaptability

Education

Sixth grade or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Come join our team!

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Seasonal Laborer, (Laborer 1G) grade G06 position, in the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance.

About the Position

These are additional staff support positions and will be filled temporarily for the Spring Storm Season. There are no county benefits to this position. This is routine unskilled manual labor work of a physically demanding nature. Employees assigned to this class are responsible for a wide variety of manual labor tasks. Work normally is performed under close supervision although direct supervision is not always available. Work is related to asphalt, masonry, concrete, mowing, flood, litter control, tree, turf and grounds maintenance on County rights-of-way and at County facilities. Hours will vary depending on the needs of the department and weather conditions. Employees will be expected to work over-time, if needed. Duties require initiative and independent judgment in the care and operation of equipment, as well as mechanical aptitude and skillful coordination of eye, hand, and foot movements. This position minimally requires a valid Driver License.

About the Agency

The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

Day-To-Day Operations

• Performs the full range of manual labor work duties and responsibilities.


• Cleans streets, curbs, gutters, right-of-ways, sidewalks and catch basin inlets.


• Assists in tree, turf and grounds maintenance on County rights-of-way and at County facilities.


• Assists in the construction, repair and/or patching of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, driveways, storm and sanitary sewers, catch basins and barriers and fences.


• Cleans up and removes trash, leaves and other debris from County property.


• Acts as traffic flag person.


• Moves and arranges furniture as directed.


• Cleans and maintains tools and equipment.


• Loads and unloads vehicles.


• Performs unskilled, limited skilled and skilled tasks related to asphalt, masonry, concrete, mowing, flood and litter control.


• Uses simple hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment in the conduct of various unskilled manual tasks.


• Uses ropes, tools and other equipment in a manner consistent with safety protocols; maintaining the safety of crew members and the general public.


• Drives crew cab truck to transport personnel and materials to and from job sites.


• Performs pre/post trip inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.


• Operates power mowers, both push type and self-propelled, roto-tillers, weed eaters, chainsaws and other maintenance equipment, including hand rake, hand shovel, wheelbarrow, bush axe, etc., as directed by the supervisor.


• When not completing normal day-to-day crew assignments, remains consistently productive by performing litter pick-up, signage removal, etc.


• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the class of work.


• Outfitted daily with appropriate safety gear such as safety vest, protective eye wear, hard hat, steel-toed boots, gloves and consistently observes safety rules and procedures

Required Emergency Operations

• Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities.


• In preparation for weather emergencies/during weather emergencies, assists Tool Room staff with the removal and attachment of plow blades and pins.


• Promptly responds to assigned tasks when notified of reporting requirement for inclement weather/emergency conditions operations.


• Operates 4x4 truck with blade and spreader during snow removal operations.


• Operates equipment with spreader and/or snow plow and effectively removes snow and ice from assigned area.


• Safely operates vehicles/equipment according to weather and road conditions.


• Accurately reads maps to confirm that assigned area is plowed in proper order and no roads are missed.


• Removes snow from County sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other areas, then applies sand and/or salt to icy areas as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of six (6) school grades.


• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates: 11/5-15/26. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: Multiple Locations: Brandywine, Glendale, Forestville

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.


• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.


• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.


• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.


• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.


• Submit a current Motor Vehicle Administration report that reflects a satisfactory driving record.