Work Zone Assistant/Laborer

ravalli; Hamilton (MT); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Ravalli County is seeking a temporary Work Zone Assistant/Laborer to support the Road & Bridge Department under the Road Foreman, performing flagging, traffic control, and construction tasks.

Positions are temporary, lasting 18 to 36 weeks depending on weather; work Mon–Thurs on 10-hour shifts with occasional travel across Ravalli County (300–500 miles per week). Must have a HS diploma/GED, Montana driver’s license, and be able to obtain flagger certification.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain work zone traffic control (flagger) certification.
• Completion of High School or GED.
• Valid Montana Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Preferred: Montana Commercial Driver’s License (Class A).
• Experience with heavy equipment and road/bridge construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducts flagging and traffic control for work zone operations.
• Performs manual labor on road and bridge construction and maintenance projects.

Skills

Traffic control

Safety regulations

Communication

Team collaboration

Heavy equipment familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Montana Driver’s License

Tools

CDL Class A (preferred)

Job description

Position

Work Zone Assistant/Laborer

Department

Road & Bridge Department

Reports to

Road Foreman

Job Schedule

Mon – Thurs 10‑hour shift/typically

Benefit Eligible

Limited

Job Summary

These are Temporary positions of unknown duration, funded to assist with damage to the County roads and bridges. These positions could last as long as 18 to 36 weeks depending on weather. Under the supervision of the Road and Bridge Foreman, the Work Zone Assistant/Laborer Assists Driver/Operators in setting up work zones and participates in the construction and maintenance of the Ravalli County Road and Bridge system, and performs manual labor as necessary to achieve program objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Travel Required

• Travel throughout Ravalli County
• Frequent travel (300–500 miles per week)

Duties / Responsibilities

• Conducts flagging and traffic control for work zone operations.
• Performs manual labor on road and bridge construction and maintenance projects.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Basic knowledge of safety regulations and personal protective equipment.
• Ability to communicate well with other employees and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive, ethical, effective and professional working relationship with other department employees in a collaborative team setting.
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of a variety of heavy equipment units and heavy‑duty trucks & related attachments is a plus.

Required Education and Experience

• Ability to obtain work zone traffic control (flagger) certification provided by the Road & Bridge Department.
• Completion of High School or GED.
• Valid Montana Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Valid Montana Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) preferred.
• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment units and heavy‑duty trucks, and in the construction and operation of road and bridge systems.

Work Environment

• Works outside with exposure to weather extremes.
• Often works in construction work zones with heavy volumes of traffic.
• Exposure to dust, exhaust, vapors, noise and other potential hazards.
• Participates in the mandatory Ravalli County drug-testing program.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy lifting is routinely required, up to 100 lbs.
• Must be physically able to effectively perform all position requirements in adverse conditions including weather extremes and steep, uneven or unstable terrain.

EEO Statement

Ravalli County is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEO). Ravalli County does not refuse employment or discriminate in compensation or the other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment based upon race, color, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, genetic information, or veteran’s status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.