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Arkansas Department of Transportation•Garfield, AR

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, this position will perform a variety of tasks in support of Department needs or special projects. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer. This position does not require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge or a bachelor’s degree or higher in the field; thus, this position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, and to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to perform manual labor and work in all weather conditions.
Valid driver’s license.
A criminal background check will be required to determine suitability of employment, and failure to meet these standards may cause the applicant to be rejected or terminated from that position.

Responsibilities

Answer phone calls and direct inquiries, both by phone and in-person.
Type and file documents and operate fax and/or copy machines.
Digitally scan documents.
Perform grounds maintenance duties such as mowing, raking, collecting and disposing of trash, and maintaining associated equipment.
Perform custodial work such as sweeping and mopping.
Flag traffic and assist in roadway maintenance.
Assist in carpentry work, painting, or other unskilled/semi-skilled labor.