Flagger/Laborer - Road Operations

About the role

The Thurston County Public Works Department is recruiting for four (4) Flagger/Laborers to join their dynamic Road Operations team. The successful candidates will perform traffic control within work sites for maintenance and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Controls traffic by flagging to guide traffic through work areas and explains to public in a courteous and professional manner the reasons for the job being performed.
• Exercises good safety procedures and practices.
• Drives vehicles up to one ton and operates a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: Weed eater, Airless sprayer, PM (Button) applicator, Propane torch, Portable compactor, Hand tools, Portable brush cleaner, Pressure washer.
• Performs manual labor, including heavy lifting and shoveling.
• Affords assistance to crews with vegetation, drainage, traffic, new sign and base installation, and surfacing.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of construction related experience.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Must possess a Washington Traffic Flagging Card or obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Must hold a valid First Aid Card (or obtain within 3 months of employment).
• Experience in roadway maintenance, highway or building construction that directly involves the skills required to operate machinery, small tools, power tools, vehicles or equipment.

Qualifications

• Able to work varying schedules and will work overtime as needed.
• Works cooperatively with other crew members.
• Able to read and interpret written instructions and documents.
• Fulfills oral instructions.
• Able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Able to do heavy lifting in excess of 50 lbs.

Skills

• Able to work varying schedules and will work overtime as needed.
• Works cooperatively with other crew members.
• Able to read and interpret written instructions and documents.
• Fulfills oral instructions.
• Able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Able to do heavy lifting in excess of 50 lbs.

Benefits

To view the full job classification, click here: Flagger/Laborer

Pay

The salary range for this position is $3,927.00 - $4,866.00 monthly.

Schedule

Work Environment - Will perform the majority of duties outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Physical effort is required due to heavy lifting, potentially in excess of 50 lbs.

Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings. Travel to worksites may be required.

Customer Interactions - Daily interactions with Thurston County staff and the public.

Who We Are

The Thurston County Public Works Department is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.

What We Offer

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
• Roadmap for Career Growth: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid.

Message to potential applicants

We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

Other Related Recruitment Information

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact Tyson Null, Road Operations Supervisor, at 360-867-2386 or Tyson.null@co.thurston.wa.us

Eligibility

• This Position Is Represented by a Union.
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• Eligible for benefits.
• Covered by the Thurston County Fit for Work policy and will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing, and all other requirements of the policy.

Items Required For Consideration

Application
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Additional Information

Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thurston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications.