Highway Seasonal Worker

County of Door • Sturgeon Bay, WI

49d • Onsite

About The Position

This seasonal position supports the County’s infrastructure operations by performing field-based work focused on highway and grounds maintenance. Responsibilities include operating equipment, performing landscaping, and conducting light mechanical tasks to ensure the safe and efficient upkeep of public roadways and facilities. Work is conducted outdoors under varying weather conditions during the construction season.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in operating mowers, trimmers and small tractors.
• Familiarity with two-way radios, hand tools, and general groundskeeping procedures.
• Previous experience in road maintenance, groundskeeping, or equipment operation.
• Experience in outdoor seasonal work environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains roadways by performing patching, crack filling, brushing, debris removal, and litter pickup to support public safety and infrastructure integrity.
• Operates landscaping and mowing equipment including gas-powered trimmers, and small tractors to maintain right-of-way and public property aesthetics.
• Cleans and maintains tools, machinery, and workspaces to ensure equipment readiness and extend service life.
• Performs basic mechanical maintenance on mowing equipment, including greasing, checking fluid levels, replacing blades, changing belts, and cleaning mower decks.
• Uses hand tools and power tools for maintenance and repair tasks as assigned.
• Adheres to departmental policies, including safety procedures and appropriate use of PPE, while maintaining a professional demeanor with coworkers and the public.
• Maintains accurate communication with supervisors and team members through verbal and written methods.
• Aids in flagging operations and setting up traffic control zones using signage and barricades for construction and maintenance work.
• Completes accurate daily records of work hours, tasks performed, equipment and material used for timekeeping and accountability.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees