8819 - Extra Help Road Maintenance Worker (Roads & Parks)

JOB Jackson County Employment OpportunityAbout usJackson County Roads Department is looking to hire 15 Extra Help Road Maintenance Workers to join our positive, highly motivated, and dedicated Road Maintenance Division. These positions are six-month seasonal positions.The jobDo you enjoy working outdoors and somewhere new almost every day? We are looking for new team members who have a real desire to make a difference. We work throughout Southern Oregon and its surrounding areas, with large projects scheduled for this summer. We do most of our training in-house, with certified flagger training on the first day. Although these are seasonal positions, they do give you the opportunity to show us your interest, abilities, and allow you to become more familiar with the work we do and the equipment we use. Where We Are LocatedSouthern Oregon is one of the most beautiful areas of the Pacific Northwest and we are located in Jackson County, Oregon. With moderate weather and temperatures, we have breathtaking mountains in a region featuring world-class outdoor recreation opportunities, including Crater Lake National Park and the Oregon Coast. We are a diverse county consisting of 11 incorporated cities and numerous unincorporated communities, covering many miles of land, forests, rivers and lakes. ScheduleMonday – Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours/days may change as the season progresses.Starting Salary$20.16 per hour (depending on experience). If this job opportunity sounds interesting, we are hoping you will apply!Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees! EXAMPLE OF DUTIES $20.16/hr (depending on experience)Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire. Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record. Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ADA and Equal Opportunity EmployerIn accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at (541) 774-6036 or by TTY/TDD 711 or (800) 735-2900 as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need.Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036.Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.