Laborer
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Position: Laborer (Dept. of Transportation)Duties: Performs a variety of physical labor tasks to accomplish the mission of the department on work sites. Cleans and prepares road construction sites by removing debris or possible hazards. Cleans and maintains irrigation and storm water ditches by removing debris or possible obstruction to the natural or manmade flow of water. Loads or unloads a variety of materials as required for the job site, either by hand or with the use of equipment. Performs manual labor tasks such as digging, trenching, backfilling holes and compacting soil. Uses hand tools such as, but not limited to, shovels, post holes diggers, garden trimmers and rakes. Uses small equipment in the performance of duties such as, but not limited to, lawn mowers, chain saws, trimmers and weed eaters. Performs manual work including spreading gravel, patching potholes, repairing or replacing culverts, fences, cattle guards and signs. Removes rocks, trees and debris from roads and rights-of-way. Trims trees and brush. Directs traffic at job sites and as required during emergency situations, such as a flood or fire. Performs repairs or regular maintenance on equipment. Provides assistance to Operators as needed in the performance of their duties.Requirements: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months of general experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid and current Colorado Driver's License. This is an entry level position into the department with potential to learn adequate and progressive skills in the operation of the department as a whole.Other Requirements: Must pass a drug screen, physical and backscreen.Wage: $16.22 per hourShift: Full-time 40 hours per week. Discuss days and hours with employer.Job Location: Fremont CountyBenefits: Employer offers an extensive benefits package of health, dental and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 4% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.Application Instructions: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on 'How to Apply' to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).Complete employer's application by the closing date and time. Apply by September 10, 2024 by 2:00 pm.