Public Works Mower I or II - SEASONAL

County of Weld • Greeley, CO

5d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The department of Public Works is searching for a Mower I or II. Public Works Mower I $22.93 - $29.35 Public Works Mower II $25.52 - $32.66 The Mower position provides a unique and rewarding seasonal employment opportunity. All those hired will receive on- the-job training.

Requirements

• 1 year Experience in agriculture, particularly with the use of tractor and mower, and a working knowledge of construction activities.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.
• Must possess a valid, regular Colorado driver's license by the employment start date and maintain a valid license for the duration of employment.
• Candidate must pass a substance use screening prior to employment start date.
• This position will participate in random substance use screening.
• Pre-employment substance screening is required for this position.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening in accordance with Weld County policy.
• Public Works Mower II 1 year of experience in agriculture, particularly with the use of tractor and mower, and a working knowledge of construction activities. and Successful completion of one season or 9 months the previous year as a Mower I at Weld County Public Works.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma/GED
• Knowledge of agriculture and crops grown in Weld County.

Responsibilities

• Mow weeds on county roadsides and county owned property.
• Operate a tractor with a 10’ or 15’(foot) mower deck.
• Operate a weed eater.
• Maintain equipment daily including making or coordinating repairs as needed.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Complete daily reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees and the public.
• Follow policies and procedures, the Weld County Code of Conduct, and adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines and appropriate release of information outlined in both.
• Assume complete responsibility of valuable equipment including county owned assets as assigned, such as truck, tractor, mower deck, and any other equipment, ensuring that they are locked and secure.
• Assist Supervisor, foreman, and co-workers with assignments and tasks requiring independent and individual contribution.
• Not all duties mentioned may be applicable to every position, and the examples provided do not encompass all possible duties that may exist within this job classification.
• Percentages of time in the above job duty categories may fluctuate.

Benefits

• Weld County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED