What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer General Laborer position at Barron County?
Position Purpose: Under the general direction of the Operations Manager and/or Foreman, incumbent will assist in completing various tasks/projects to include light janitorial, lawn work, etc.
Examples of Essential Job Functions
- Operate mowing tractor, push mower and/or weed whip to perform lawn work
- Perform Pavement Maintenance activities such as crack filling and pothole patching.
- Pick up litter from roadways and bury dead animals
- Perform traffic flagging for road crew ensuring appropriate workzone safety procedures.
- Replace signs as needed
- Operate light equipment (air hammer, shovel, brush axe, tamper, etc.)
- Perform light maintenance duties to include painting, washing windows and light janitorial work.
- Commute to pick up parts and assist with parts inventory.
- Cutting and/or chipping brush
- Monitor safety equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements of Work: Must be at least 18 years of age. Prior labor experience preferred. Maintain regular, reliable and predictable on-site job attendance.
Physical and Environmental Factors: Physical demands of this position will vary from day to day and are highly dependent on the particular function being preformed. Ability to lift 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and 25 to 50 pounds frequently is required. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, standing, crouching, and kneeling required. Able to stand/be on feet for long periods. Exposure to all weather conditions to include heat, rain, cold, dust, dirt, loud noises, etc. Ear, eye and head protection required and will be furnished by the County.
Work may be cancelled due to weather conditions. Employees will contact Road Superintendent prior to reporting for work on wet days. Employees may be released from work early during adverse weather.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- No nights
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barron, WI 54812: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $15 - $-1
