Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker I at County of Burleigh

Bismarck, North Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

21.38

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Labor, Hand Tool Operation, Power Tool Operation, Truck Operation, Equipment Operation, Asphalt Patching, Flagging, Hand Grading, Weed Cutting, Preventative Maintenance, Safety Practices

Industry

Description

Description APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2026 ABOUT THE ROLE: Under supervision of the County Road Superintendent and County Engineer, is responsible for performing general labor-type duties, hand and power tool operation, and intermediate level truck and equipment operation on various road and bridge projects. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides assistance to highway maintenance crew with general labor duties. Asphalt patching, flagging, hand grading and weed cutting. Operate tractors equipped with mowers, disks and other attachment; operate other light and medium duty equipment including pavers, compactors and loaders. Perform preventative maintenance and upkeep of equipment. Observe established safety practices and procedures when working with equipment. Perform other duties as required and assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS: This position will involve working outdoors in all extremes of climate and weather conditions. This is a temporary, seasonal position ending approximately October 2026. Will work 10-hour shifts or longer with possibility of overtime. May also work less than 40 hours per week dependent upon workload criteria and/or weather conditions. A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office. Equal Opportunity Employer: The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. Requirements Requires two (2) years of experience in the operation of variable types of highway maintenance tools and equipment, and general labor skills. Applicant must be 18 years of age or above with a valid Class D driver's license and a clean driving record. Candidates must successfully complete a standard background and criminal record check along with an alcohol and controlled substance test and physical exam. Costs associated with these exams will be paid for by the County.

Responsibilities

The Temporary Highway Maintenance Worker I assists the highway maintenance crew with general labor duties and operates various tools and equipment for road and bridge projects. Responsibilities include asphalt patching, flagging, and performing preventative maintenance on equipment.