Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $28.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Marion County Public Works is a dedicated department committed to serving the community through the maintenance and operation of various public infrastructure systems. Located in Salem, Oregon, the Public Works Department specifically focuses on roads, bridges, drainage, traffic control, environmental sites, and other essential public facilities. The Roads and Bridges Operations Division is an integral part of this department tasked with ensuring the safety, maintenance, and functionality of Marion County’s transportation systems. This division is responsible for performing routine maintenance, cleaning, repair, and operational support for roads, bridges, ferries, and related infrastructure. It plays an important role in keeping Marion... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Possess a valid Class C driver's license
- Demonstrated safe driving record of two years or more
- Ability to stand for long periods and walk long distances
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting up to 50 lbs
- Willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather and adverse conditions
- Pass a criminal history background check
- Pass a post offer drug screen, including testing for marijuana
- Pass a physical examination including agility evaluation
- Availability to work a flexible schedule primarily Friday through Tuesday
- Marion County requires on-site work
- Remote work is not available
- Completion of required County and Department trainings and certifications
- Ability to communicate and use computers effectively
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Any combination of six months experience in controlling or directing traffic, performing semi-skilled road maintenance/construction work, exterior work involving heavy manual repetitive labor activities, or other closely related areas or activities
- Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County
- Valid Class C driver's license with safe driving record of at least two years
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Basic computer skills including email usage
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor in various weather conditions
- Knowledge of safety procedures including personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers and the public
Job Duties
- Work under supervision of the ferry operator
- collect money and make change
- assist with openings and closings
- assist with repairs when breakdown occurs
- Digging ditches
- shoveling
- installing and maintaining culverts
- cutting and chipping brush
- litter pick-up / nuisance control removal
- clean and maintain shops, grounds, vehicles, and equipment
- Controls or directs traffic around hazards or crews
- sets up, moves, and maintains signs, cones and barricades, portable devices for work or hazard zones
- turn high water signs
- operates pilot truck
- Shovel and rake hot mix asphalt or cold mix
- apply tack oil
- prepare and apply crack sealant
- Stands for long periods of time
- walks long distances
- works in inclement weather conditions
- performs heavy manual labor
- loading/unloading all types of heavy materials
- work with Corrections workers
- May operate general equipment listed in the Equipment Operators Classification table
- Adequately communicate and access information via the computer (i.e., effectively uses and responds to emails)
- Participates in on-going training and professional development
- Considered an essential employee
- works in inclement weather conditions
- aids in storm responses and recovery including ice, snow control, flooding, high water, and wind damage
- May take part in chemical hazard cleanups, according to training given
- Participate in basic incident command training
- may participate in drills to maintain proficiency in supporting ECC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with ECC operations
- may be assigned clerical/support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county
- Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice
- may assist in emergency/field inspections of infrastructure
- Performs other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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