Seasonal Laborer

City of South Salt Lake; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Seasonal Laborer to assist in essential street maintenance tasks. This role involves operating various hand tools and small equipment to repair and install city infrastructure such as curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong skills in construction techniques. If you enjoy working outdoors and are ready to contribute to your community, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dedicated team and make a difference in maintaining the city's streets and public spaces!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver's license needed.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and tool operation essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform street maintenance tasks including concrete and asphalt work.
• Operate hand tools and small equipment for repairs and installations.

Skills

General construction techniques

Operation of hand tools

Operation of power tools

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Small equipment

Job description

The Laborer (Seasonal) works under the direction of the Streets Division Manager; installs and repairs
City curbs, gutters and sidewalks; performs street maintenance tasks.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Operates a variety of hand tools and small equipment in performing street maintenance tasks
1. Assist with the removal of existing concrete
2. Assists with the construction of forms necessary for concrete pouring
3. Assists with the placement of concrete for newly poured curbs, gutters and sidewalks
4. Patches and repairs pot holes
5. Assists with laying of asphalt and smoothing asphalt patches
6. Repairs and replaces City street signs
7. Cleans storm drains and gutters
8. Paints crosswalks, stop bars and legends
9. Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license, or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of general construction techniques.
2. Skill in operation of various hand and power tools.
3. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
4. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met or will be encountered by an employee while successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is constantly required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of the specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.