Laborer, Transportation, General Labor

Employee in this position performs a varied range of repetitious labor maintenance functions during the annual maintenance cycle, to facilitate the repair, maintenance and construction of County roadways.

• Repetitive labor functions during annual maintenance cycle.
• Safe and efficient use of a variety of hand tools.
• Safe and efficient operation of light trucks, mowers and other equipment used on road projects.
• Work as flagger when necessary.
• Minor repair and servicing of assigned equipment.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

• Ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently in the performance of regular duties of the position.
• Knowledge and skill in the minor repair, service and operation of assigned equipment.
• Ability to make decisions pertaining to safety.
• Ability to effectively communicate with fellow workers, supervision and the general public.
• Ability to remain constantly alert, both mentally and physically and remain calm in road emergency situations.
• Ability to obtain licenses and certificates as required.
• Ability to work outside in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Valid Washington State Drivers' License
• Flaggers Certificate, or ability to obtain.

Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.