Summer laborer- Paint & Sign Crew (2 positions)

Quincy Transit Lines; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laborer for summer work in Quincy. This role involves performing essential duties such as grass cutting, painting, and property cleanup while ensuring the maintenance of equipment and vehicles. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to lift heavy items and work in various weather conditions. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community services while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment. If you are ready to take on physical challenges and work outdoors, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write to understand warning labels and street signs.
• Knowledge of lifting and carrying heavy items up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily activities like grass cutting, weed control, and painting.
• Maintain assigned vehicle and report any mechanical issues.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds

Knowledge of heavy item handling

Ability to work in various weather conditions

Basic reading and writing skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

String trimmer

Leaf blower

Push mower

Job description

Department : Central Services

Crew: Paint & Sign

Job Title: Laborer (summer)

Shift : Days

Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Job Duties:

Must be able to read and write to the extent of understanding warning labels on equipment being used, and street signs and numbers

Performs daily responsibilities and activities which include, but are not limited to, grass cutting, weed control, painting, property cleanup and any other activities appropriate with climatic conditions

Uses simple machines such as string trimmer, leaf blower, push mower

Provides necessary information to supervisory personnel for various reports

Maintains truck or assigned vehicle to keep in good operating condition, keeps truck or vehicle clean and neat, and informs supervisor or mechanics of any mechanical trouble with truck or vehicle

May be required to perform other duties as instructed by supervisory staff

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of appropriate methods of lifting and carrying up to 70 pounds

Knowledge of pulling and/or pushing heavy items up to 130 pounds

Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions

Bending, kneeling, stretching, pulling and pushing equivalent of 130 pounds, pounding, stooping, climbing, squatting, sitting, standing, running, walking, and/or crawling depending on the job assignment, some of the above may be for long periods of time; will also need to get in and out of the truck several times a day

Must wear proper safety gear and equipment suitable to job being performed

Must attend required safety training for duties performed

A physical tailored to this job description must be passed by applicant

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent