What are the responsibilities and job description for the GENERAL LABORER - TEMPORARY (Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV) position at West Virginia Department of Agriculture?
West Virginia Department of Agriculture
Position Description
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Job Title: General Laborer- Temporary
Division: Administrative Services - Building & Grounds
Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston WV
Reports To: Assistant Director, Building and Grounds
Supervisory
Responsibility: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
NOTE: Temporary Employees are not eligible for benefits and cannot exceed one thousand (1,000) hours worked in a calendar year.
Nature of Work: Under direct supervision, these positions will be responsible for providing general labor for routine duties as well as assist with projects.
Examples of Work:Assist with grass mowing and/or run a weedeater.
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time; frequently bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, push, pull and handle objects and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, unpleasant odors, work outdoors, inclement weather.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Vocational training a plus.
Additional Requirements
West Virginia Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Description
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Job Title: General Laborer- Temporary
Division: Administrative Services - Building & Grounds
Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston WV
Reports To: Assistant Director, Building and Grounds
Supervisory
Responsibility: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
NOTE: Temporary Employees are not eligible for benefits and cannot exceed one thousand (1,000) hours worked in a calendar year.
Nature of Work: Under direct supervision, these positions will be responsible for providing general labor for routine duties as well as assist with projects.
Examples of Work:Assist with grass mowing and/or run a weedeater.
- Plant flowers and maintain flower beds.
- Assist with painting.
- Assist with general maintenance and repairs of buildings.
- Wash exterior and clean interior of vehicles; clean equipment or facilities as needed.
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time; frequently bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, push, pull and handle objects and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, unpleasant odors, work outdoors, inclement weather.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of standard safety procedures and practices.
- Ability to learn and adapt to Department rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Ability to operate equipment relevant to area of assignment.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Ability to work in an outdoor environment.
- Basic computer skills to maintain a timesheet.
- Ability to work well with others.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Vocational training a plus.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license is required.
- Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.
- Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records.
West Virginia Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer.