General Laborer - Highway Dept.

Lyon County, Kansas•Emporia, KS

20h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lyon County laborer, you will assist the construction, maintenance and repair of roads and bridges. Must be safety minded willing and capable of working in extreme weather conditions and is labor intensive. This position will involve occasionally responding to call-outs (potentially at all hours) during nights and weekends. Other duties as assigned. Non-exempt position with a solid base pay $18.00/hr. and benefits including, paid time off (accounts credited at 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick per month worked), vendor discounts, health, dental and vision insurance and much more! We equip and promote exceptional employees! This is a non-exempt position responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks and operating selected types of light equipment involved in highway maintenance activities. The roles, responsibilities, job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities set forth herein may be revised from time-to-time in order to comply with federal and state laws, departmental needs and the changing requirements for this position.

Requirements

Must possess Class C (CDL a plus) Kansas Drivers License
Must pass a background check, pre-employment physical, work screen that measures various physical abilities and drug screening.
High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required.
Must be able to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions.
Required to read, write, and speak English fluently, with the ability to speak a foreign language helpful.
Basic math knowledge.
Operate two-way radio, motor vehicle and the equipment noted in essential job functions.
Capable of reading tape measure, square and protractor.
Lift up to 90 pounds to a height of 48 inches and brief periods of intense physical effort.
Employee lifts/carries 80 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the time or 1-100 times per day).
Employee lifts/carries 50 pounds frequently (34%-66% of the time or 100-500 times per day).
Employee lifts/carries 20 pounds constantly (67%-100% of the time or over 500 times per day).
Employees position requires pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds.
Employees position requires pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds.
Floor to knuckle: 72 lbs.
12 to knuckle: 72 lbs.
Knuckle to shoulder: 36 lbs.
Carry: 72 lbs.
Push: 90 lbs. force
Pull: 90lbs force
Stand: Occasionally
Reach Outward: Occasionally
Climb: Occasionally
Crawl: Occasionally
Squat or kneel: Occasionally
Bend: Occasionally
Lift/carry 10 lbs. or less: Constantly
Lift/carry 11-20 lbs.: Frequently
Lift/carry 21-50 lbs.: Frequently
Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less: Constantly
Push/Pull 13-25 lbs.: Frequently
Push/Pull 26-40 lbs.: Occasionally
Must possess appropriate Kansas driver license.
Serious applicants only need apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience in road construction desired.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, machines and tools, including their uses, repair and maintenance is desired.
Hazardous Materials Awareness Level Certificate preferred.
Additional equipment operation training desired.
Ability to speak a foreign language helpful.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, machines, and tools, including their uses, repair and maintenance is desired.
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, citizens, coworkers, and management.
Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Must be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfill obligations.
Must show up for work on a regular and predictable basis as scheduled.
Learn and follow safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
Adhere to proper operating methods and monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
Perform job in a safe manner with full consideration given to personal safety of yourself, fellow crew members and the public.
Perform inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and assist in the servicing and repair of same.
Observe roads, bridges, culverts, ditches and road signs for maintenance needs and reports problem areas to the Road Supervisor.
Control traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.
Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
Turn in daily time sheets and mileage logs as required.
Perform manual labor such as sign repair, bridge and culvert construction and repair, loading and unloading and moving supplies and materials.
Operate tools and power tools.
Operate various types of general maintenance equipment such as light trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, skid loader, chain saws, cutting torch and welders in a safe and efficient manner.
Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
Load and unload materials, machinery, or tools.
Mix, pour, or spread concrete or asphalt.
Provide assistance to workers such as mechanics, carpenters, equipment operators, supervisors.
Lubricate, clean, maintain or repair machinery, equipment, or tools.
Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts.
Smooth or finish freshly poured concrete or placed asphalt, using floats, trowels, or screeds.
Compact materials.
Dig holes or trenches.
Perform related work as assigned.
May be required to attend seminars or training sessions.

Benefits

paid time off (accounts credited at 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick per month worked)
vendor discounts
health, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance