Highway Summer Laborer

BARRON COUNTY
Barron, Wisconsin United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 04, 2025
  • Salary: $15.00 Hourly USD Hourly
  • Salary Top:15
  • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Job Description

    To assist the Highway Department is completing tasks/projects. Works under the general direction of the foreman.
    This position will work Monday-Thursday, 6a-4p.

    • Operate mower tractor to cut grass
    • Patch road holes
    • Pick up litter and bury dead animals
    • Flag traffic for road crew to ensure work zone safety
    • Operate walk behind mower and/or weed whips to cut weeds
    • Drive dump truck (valid WI CDL license required)
    • Replace signs as needed
    • Operate light equipment (air hammer, shovel, brush axe, tamper, etc.)
    • Painting
    • Wash windows
    • Driving to pick up parts
    • Assist with parts inventory
    • Janitorial work
    • Safety equipment
    • Cutting and/or chipping brush


    Must be at least 18 years of age. Prior Labor experience preferred.

    Ability to follow instructions and abide by work/safety rules.
    • Knowledge of construction industry safety and ability to utilize all Personal Protective Equipment necessary.
    • Ability to safely perform various types of flagging operations in accordance with industry guidelines.
    • Ability to install and maintain traffic control devices in accordance with industry guidelines.
    • Ability to operate assigned machinery and equipment skillfully and safely in close proximity to vehicular traffic, grade and alignment stakes, slopes, trucks, other construction equipment, laborers and utilities.
    • Ability to safely load, unload, and transport equipment to and from job sites.
    • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with the public.
    • Ability to take control of situations in a responsible manner.
    • Ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to comprehend, retain and apply County, State, and Federal policies and legislation, i.e. local ordinances, procedure manuals, SDS sheets, safety manuals; and warning labels.
    • Ability to comprehend maps, road plans, and general maintenance guidelines.
    • Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and ability to work flexible hours to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays due to adverse weather conditions, construction projects, or other emergency service.
    • Ability to establish effective working relationships.
    • Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear and detailed reports as needed. Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
    • Ability to maintain prompt, predicable and reliable attendance.
    • Ability to lawfully operate designated motor vehicles at all times duties are performed.


    Benefits not applicable

    Closing Date/Time: 4/20/2025 11:00 PM Central
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Barron County
    • Barron County

    Want to make a difference in your community?

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    Visit www.barroncountywi.gov to apply! 

    Barron County has many miles of hiking, walking, biking, ATV/UTV, horse back riding, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and snowmobiling trails for your outdoor adventure in any season. 

    Barron County has several County parks and campgrounds, golf-courses, lakes, beaches, and more! In addition, there is abundant retail, food, and entertainment options with access to the Minneapolis/St Paul MN area less than 2 hours away; Madison WI less than 4 hours away; and Duluth MN less than 90 minutes away. 

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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