Seasonal Crew Member – Road & Bridge

Job Title

Works as a seasonal helper for the Williamson County Road & Bridge crew.

Examples Of Work Performed

Performs manual labor for various crews on maintenance or construction related duties. Assists in the proper maintenance of roadways including but not limited to shoveling, raking, mowing, weed trimming, flagging at traffic sites, hauling materials and debris removal. Assists with the proper traffic control as outlined in the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Communicate and work effectively with other employees. Performs basic computer skills including, but not limited to, sending/receiving email and entering electronic timesheets. Complies with departmental and county safety standards. Readily complies with departmental and county-wide policies and procedures. Performs related special projects as assigned. Understands and follows verbal and written instructions. The physical demands and environmental factors listed below as well as regular attendance are also essential functions for this position.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stoop, kneeling, bend, push, climb, twist, stand, reach, squat, pull, drag, walk, carry, shovel, dig and lift up to 100 pounds. Must remain alert, have good vision and awareness of the work area. Able to see and hear. Able to write and read to a size 10 font.

Environmental Factors

Works in all kinds of indoor and outdoor environments, including inclement weather. May be exposed to constant noise, dust, fumes, dust, traffic, and hazardous chemicals. Williamson County has adopted a Tobacco-Free Workplace policy. This policy prohibits smoking or use of any tobacco product on Williamson County premises. A smoking cessation program is offered free to employees and spouses through the Williamson County & Cities Health District.

Irregular Hours

Duties may be based on a work week schedule of either four 10-hour work days or five 8-hour work days as assigned by the Sr. Director of Infrastructure, County Engineer, Director of Road & Bridge or their designee and may be changed at any time. Ability to work overtime when necessary. Work reporting location may be anywhere within Williamson County. Essential Personnel for Emergency Situations; at the discretion of the Department Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires basic computer skills such as checking email and entering electronic timesheets. Ability to read operating instructions and warning labels on equipment or operating tools. Ability to perform hard physical labor. Mechanical aptitude and safety conscious. Must be professional, dependable, resourceful and able to work independently. Must be able to work well with others as a member of a crew. Must be able to perform tasks and receive supervision in a professional manner. Must maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Must obtain a valid Texas driver's license by date of hire.

Supplemental Information

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. Tobacco Free Workplace Policy. Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.