Seasonal Laborer - Public Works

Pottawatomie County is looking for three (3) full-time seasonal, non-benefit positions 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Public Works Road & Bridge Supervisor or their designee, the Temporary Seasonal Laborer is a nonexempt temporary position under FLSA.  The position is responsible for ensuring the safety of the driving public and fellow employees in and around construction or work zones by setting up traffic control devices and performing work zone traffic control, performing mowing operations along County public roads, operating various types of machinery on construction projects, and working with hand tools while assisting with the maintenance of County roads and drainage structures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Sets up traffic control signing in work zones as per Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Manual.
2. Directs traffic through construction zones.
3. Responsible for assuring signs and equipment required for project are taken to the job site.
4. Maintains and moves signing as required.
5. Operates machinery including mowers, rollers, power tools and compactors.

You may read the complete job description here.

Must have and maintain a clean driving record for this position. A “clean” record is defined as: No misdemeanor or felony convictions for traffic/vehicular offenses (such as but not limited to DUI, vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and run, etc.) that are less than five (5) years old; no more than two (2) at fault or chargeable accidents that are less than five (5) years old; no more than two (2) traffic infractions (such as but not limited to speeding, failure to yield right of way, etc.) that are less than one year old.

For questions regarding employment with Pottawatomie County, please contact Human Resources at 785-457-3455, PO Box 348, Westmoreland, KS 66549, or e-mail humanresources@pottcounty.org.

Drug Free Workplace: Pottawatomie County is committed to a Drug-Free Workplace. By submitting my application I understand the County requires the successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. This position may also require additional testing, which may include written, verbal, or physical assessments.

Completion of an employment application does not constitute an offer of employment nor is a completed application considered a contract of employment. Employment with Pottawatomie County is considered to be “at-will”. Submission of an application does not establish an obligation for Pottawatomie County to offer an interview or employment. Additionally, any misrepresentation or omission of information on the employment application may result in the rejection of the application or in dismissal from employment.

Pottawatomie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer - our vacancies are open to all eligible, qualified applicants.

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