Seasonal Laborer

Position summary:

The primary responsibility of this entry-level position is to operate seasonal grounds equipment and tools, including tractor mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, shovels, rakes, brooms and other power and hand tools to assist in department maintenance and clean-up responsibilities. The Seasonal Laborer also assists with work zones, sign, guardrail, ditch, culvert, fencing or public area set-up, flagging, installation, and repair. Duties are performed under direct supervision and occur primarily outdoors during non-winter months that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, traffic, equipment, tools, noise, and other outdoor hazards.

This seasonal assignment is for temporary, at-will employment not to exceed six (6) months within an established twelve (12) month period. This position may be required to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays according to summer construction, grounds maintenance or other demands placed on the department.

Knowledge Of:

• Basic methods, tools, and materials used in grounds, maintenance, and general labor.
• Basic traffic control and work zone safety.

Skills To:

• Properly and safely use equipment including, but not limited to, tractor mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, and other power tools.
• Perform manual labor tasks and use hand tools in a safe and efficient manner.

Ability To:

• Communicate and interact positively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department supervisors, department co-workers, and other County employees.
• Follow written and oral instruction under supervision, work as part of a team, or work independently as assigned to arrive at desired results.
• Work effectively in an outdoor environment under varying weather conditions.

• Valid Idaho driver's license.
• Flagger / traffic control certification or ability to obtain within two months of hire.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively perform the required functions of the position.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous equipment operation, labor, construction, landscaping, or related experience.

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements:

This position works primarily in an outdoor environment which may require working in heat, cold or other adverse weather conditions.

The physical requirements of this position (with or without reasonable accommodation) are:

Bannock County is an equal opportunity employer.

Veteran's Preference given pursuant to Idaho Code.