Carpenter/Laborer
About The Position
This is a semi-skilled position in the Road & Bridge Department responsible for manual labor and construction- and maintenance-related tasks. The position reports to the Bridge & Concrete Supervisor. Work includes road repairs, grounds maintenance, marking work areas, and directing traffic during construction and maintenance activities. The role is designated as Disaster Essential. The position requires the ability to perform heavy manual labor, follow oral and written instructions, and work outdoors in varied weather conditions. A high school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma is preferred but not required; at least one year of physical labor experience is required. A valid Florida Driver’s License must be maintained while employed. The County is a drug-free workplace, and screening for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience performing physical labor.
- Ability to understand and communicate oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards connected with laboring work.
- Ability to learn the laboring aspects of paving operations and methods for maintaining equipment and tools.
- Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform heavy manual labor daily and under emergency conditions.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License while employed.
- Must be available for Disaster Essential duties.
- Ability to perform the described physical demands, including outdoor work, equipment operation, and moving materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma.
Responsibilities
- Patch and repair roads with asphalt or rock, and shovel and lute asphalt during paving operations.
- Clear brush, trees, and other obstructions from roadsides.
- Load and unload heavy materials from trucks and move equipment and other bulky objects.
- Perform custodial duties when required.
- Maintain County grounds, including mowing, watering, weeding, trimming, planting, and fertilizing.
- Operate mowers and other motorized equipment as needed to maintain County property.
- Install and erect barriers, signs, and warning devices to mark work areas and identify hazards.
- Act as a flagger and direct traffic in construction and maintenance areas.
- Follow Board policies and procedures.
- Respond productively to change and perform other related tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
