Summer Public Works Crew

Important! To apply you must submit a Shawnee County application at jobs.sncoapps.us

Only applications received through the County website will be considered.

SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS

Position Description

Intermittent Summer Public Works Crew

POSITION NUMBER: PWX001A

FLSA STATUS: N

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, this position assists Public Works Road and Bridge crews in several different areas and performs duties as assigned. This position is supervised by a Crew Leader, under the general supervision of the Road and Bridge Superintendent.

This position is an Intermittent seasonal, non-benefits eligible position. Intermittent seasonal positions may not exceed 988 hours of work in the season. Intermittent positions may be ended prior to that without cause at Management’s discretion.

WORK PERFORMED

95% Department Support. Assists road, bridge, engineering, and/or mechanic’s staff in various duties as required including transporting materials, cleaning equipment and using hand tools in general maintenance work. May operate tractors and mowers. May act as flag-person or drive a pilot vehicle to direct traffic through or around a construction area. May conduct infrastructure facility inventory inspections. May assist with traffic sign repair/replacement.

5% Reporting. Fills out time, labor and equipment sheets.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

· The care and daily maintenance of equipment including tractors, mowers, and other related tools.

Ability to:

· Work with others in a positive manner.

· Perform manual labor.

· Stand for long periods of time during work hours.

· Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

· Fill out time, labor and equipment sheets.

· Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language.

· Learn how to use various types of equipment/ tools.

· Learn work orders and feature numbers.

Skill in:

· Mowing rights-of-way with a mid-size tractor.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Tractors
• Mowers
• Weed Eaters
• Hand Tools

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate if over the age of 18; otherwise, must be at least 17 years of age and attending High School in good standing.
• Valid Driver’s License and eligible to operate a County-owned vehicle (HR‑2013-2).
• HR-2013-2: Driving record that shows: No misdemeanor or felony convictions for traffic/vehicular offenses (DUI, vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and run, etc.) on the driving record that are less than five (5) years old; No more than two (2) at fault or chargeable accidents on their driving record that are less than five (5) years old; No more than two (2) traffic infractions (speeding, failure to yield right of way, etc.) that are less than one (1) year old.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six (6) months experience in the operation of a farm tractor.
• Experience in construction work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Required to lift fifty (50) pounds.
• Required to pass a pre-employment physical/drug screen and a review of driving record.
• Required to perform physically strenuous work.

This position is an Intermittent seasonal, non-benefits eligible position. Intermittent seasonal positions may not exceed 988 hours of work in the season. Intermittent positions may be ended prior to that without cause at Management’s discretion.

This Position Description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position. Shawnee County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This Position Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Important! To apply you must submit a Shawnee County application at jobs.sncoapps.us

Only applications received through the County website will be considered.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person