Seasonal Road Worker

Calhoun County Government • Olive Branch, MS

10d • $20 - $21

About The Position

Under the general direction of a Road Department Supervisor, the Seasonal Road Worker serves as a countywide road worker performing general labor and road maintenance. The role supports summer and winter road operations, traffic control, roadside cleanup, and the maintenance of trucks and equipment. The employee works collaboratively and safely, provides citizen-oriented service, assists in emergencies, and maintains positive public relations. The position is primarily outdoors and may involve extended workdays, overtime, and occasional on-call availability for emergencies.

Requirements

• Completion of a standard high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Michigan CDL, Class B with Air Brakes.
• Valid DOT physical card.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime as needed and be occasionally available on-call for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform summer operations, including pothole patching and cutting grass.
• Perform winter operations, including salting, sanding, and plowing.
• Provide traffic control, including flagging.
• Patch potholes.
• Cut trees and trim brush.
• Clean roadsides, including removing trash and dead animals.
• Maintain trucks and equipment.
• Operate a vehicle.
• Work collaboratively using the safest and most effective method to complete daily work.
• Perform duties in a citizen-service-oriented manner and follow safety, MIOSHA, and Board policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Assist in emergency situations.
• Perform general labor.
• Maintain a positive attitude and positive public relations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off: 6.47 hours per pay period for hourly employees or 4.2 weeks annually for salaried employees.
• 14 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) with up to 7% County match.
• Near-site clinic offering preventative and primary care with on-site medications.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 annually.
• Competitive pay, health and retirement plans, generous time off, and opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED