Highway General Laborer

JOB REQUIREMENTS: This position is responsible for the performance of a
variety of work of the manual nature related to the maintenance and
construction of roads. Work may also extend into the operating of a
variety of light and medium level equipment. Generally no supervision is
given to other employees and direct supervision is received from a
supervisor. Essential functions of position includes; Perform manual
road construction and maintenance tasks. Install and remove snow fence
Replace guardrail, road patching Cut brush, tar cracks, use hand and
small power tools Collect refuse from various roadways and other similar
manual tasks. Operate light and medium duty equipment for plowing,
sanding, salting as well as for the transporting of maintenance
materials. Operate industrial tractors for roadside maintenance Drive
quad and tri axle trucks engaged in the transportation of construction
and maintenance materials. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Commercial drivers license (CDL) or ability to obtain
one within 6 months of hire. Must have a safe driving record. Must be
able to lift up to 70 pounds, and push/pull up to 85 pounds. Experience
working physically demanding duties. Experience operating heavy
equipment preferred. Must be available to be called to work seven days a
week, twenty-four hours a day to handle emergency work conditions to
provide safe and economic conditions. Knowledge of the capabilities,
limitations and hazards in the operation of assigned equipment.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County
Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 1st review
10/17/24 Apply Online: www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call
715-346-1327 to have an application mailed to you.