Seasonal Road Maintenance & Flagging Specialist

Columbia County; Saint Helens (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia County Public Works seeks a dependable Seasonal Road Maintenance & Flagging Worker to support road operations. The role involves flagging, maintenance, and general labor tasks, with training available for motivated candidates.

Work outdoors, in varying weather, and perform heavy lifting as needed. Experience is preferred but not mandatory; successful candidates will have a valid Oregon driver’s license, flagger certification, and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Qualifications

• Flagger certification is required in Oregon.
• Must have a valid Oregon driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Pre-employment drug screen including THC is required.
• Prior experience in roads/public works or general maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform flagging duties and assist with heavy manual and general labor tasks.
• Assist with paint striping projects.
• Set up signage and move barricades or other obstacles as needed.
• Regularly lift 50–100 lbs to move supplies and equipment.
• Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, sitting, climbing, reaching, stooping, and kneeling throughout the shift.
• Assist with hand loading and unloading a variety of materials.
• Brush, tree, and limb clearing, including some chainsaw use, and removing debris.
• Wash and clean county vehicles.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Mow ditches, clear litter/brush in summer, and assist with snow plowing in winter.
• Repair guardrails, road markings, and patch broken pavement and potholes.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Public Works operations.

Skills

Flagging duties

Heavy manual labor

Outdoor work

Education

Oregon Flagger Certificate

Oregon Driver's License

Job description

Columbia County Public Works seeks a dependable Seasonal Road Maintenance & Flagging Worker to support road operations. The role involves flagging, maintenance, and general labor tasks, with training available for motivated candidates.

Work outdoors, in varying weather, and perform heavy lifting as needed. Experience is preferred but not mandatory; successful candidates will have a valid Oregon driver’s license, flagger certification, and pass a pre-employment drug screen.