What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Road Worker position at Calhoun County Government?
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At Calhoun County, you'll find more than just a job, you'll find purpose. Our employees make a meaningful impact every day by serving our community. Whether you're supporting essential services, improving local systems, or helping residents thrive, your work contributes to something bigger. We're proud to foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where people are valued for their ideas and dedication to public service. If you're looking for a career that makes a difference, we invite you to explore opportunities with Calhoun County Government.
- Performs a variety of tasks related to:
- Summer operations (pothole patching and cutting grass)
- Winter operations (salting, sanding, and plowing)
- Traffic control (flagging)
- Pothole patching
- Cut trees and trim brush
- Roadside clean up including trash and dead animals
- Maintaining trucks and equipment
- Operates a vehicle
- Work collaboratively in the best and safest method to complete the day's work.
- Perform all duties in a citizen-service oriented manner, adhering to all safety, MIOSHA, and Board policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Assistant in emergency situations.
- General labor.
- Maintain a positive attitude and positive public relations.
- Other duties as assigned.
- The job requires as a minimum the completion of a standard high school diploma or equivalent.
- A valid Michigan CDL (Class B with Air Brakes) License and DOT physical card requied
- None
- Required to sit for extended periods of time. Will occasionally be required to push, pull, carry, bend, twist, stand for extended periods of time, work on equipment with arms overhead, and lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Primarily works outside and may experience discomfort due to heat/cold, dust, wet and/or humid conditions.
- Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
- Extended work days (beyond eight hours/day) are frequently required. Must be able to work overtime as needed.
- On-call availability to handle emergencies/crisis situations at all hours is occasionally required.
- The employee is also required to use hands to finger, handle, and feel and/or feet to operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Calhoun County Government offers benefits designed to support your wellbeing at work and beyond. Our employees enjoy competitive pay, health and retirement plans, generous time off, and opportunities for professional growth. Benefits for 40 hours/week positions are highlighted below:
- Paid Time Off: 6.47 hours per pay period (hourly) or 4.2 weeks annually (salaried)
- Holidays: Enjoy 14 paid holidays per year
- Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible scheduling for eligible positions
- Retirement: 401(k) with up to 7% County match
- Near-Site Clinic: Convenient preventative and primary care with on-site medications
- Education: Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement
Learn more about our benefits at www.calhouncountymi.gov/employee_benefits
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