OCRC Empoyment

Open Position: Seasonal Road Maintenance Worker

General Summary:

Under the general direction of the Road Foreman, perform road construction and maintenance.

The foregoing describes the Seasonal/Part-time Summer Road Maintenance Worker duties in  general, and should not be construed as a complete list of all assigned duties and responsibilities. The  successful applicant shall be expected to exercise considerable independent judgment in successfully completing work assignments.

Examples of Typical Duties

Equipment assigned daily may include: 

  • Standard Pick-up Truck, Tractor/Mower, Hotpatcher, Durapatcher

Responsibilities assigned daily may include: 

  • Surface maintenance, Asphalt patching, Shoulder Maintenance, Shoveling
  • Other Functions Deemed Necessary and Assigned

Essential Job Elements and Physical Requirements

The Seasonal/Part-time Road Maintenance Worker position is routinely in the field and will often  encounter adverse conditions where strenuous effort is required, and the following physical  requirements must be met. 

Mobility: Able to walk extended distances and climb ladders or steps to access  equipment and facilities. 

Agility: Able to lift, push or pull objects weighing upwards of 80 pounds, and to operate  equipment. 

Vision: Able to read and comprehend instructions, directions and other documents. Hearing/Speech: Able to converse orally with telephone or radio, and to receive and  communicate information to employees and the public. 

Other: Able to tolerate, be exposed to and work in extreme temperatures and  weather conditions.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Ability to deal with people effectively and courteously
  • Willingness to work extended hours, as necessary.
  • May be subject to random MDOT drug/alcohol testing as required by state or federal law.

Pay Rate

Rate of pay $16.00 per hour ($18 per hour if temporary employee has CDL license).