SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS
Position Description
Intermittent Public Works Laborer
POSITION NUMBER: PWX007 FLSA STATUS: N
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, this Intermittent position assists Public Works Road and Bridge crews
in several different areas and performs duties as assigned. Operates a variety of construction
equipment to repair and maintain roads and signs. Performs other duties as assigned. This position
is supervised by an Assistant Road Supervisor.
This position is an Intermittent seasonal, non-benefits eligible position. Intermittent seasonal
positions may not exceed 988 hours of work in the season. Intermittent positions may be ended
prior to that without cause at Management’s discretion.
WORK PERFORMED
55% Department Support.
Assists road, bridge, engineering, and/or mechanic’s staff in various duties as required.
Transporting materials, cleaning equipment and using hand tools in general
maintenance work.
May operate tractors and mowers.
May act as flag-person or drive a pilot vehicle to direct traffic through or around a
construction area.
May conduct infrastructure facility inventory inspections.
May assist with traffic sign repair/replacement.
25% Routine Maintenance.
Operates road and traffic maintenance equipment,
Spreading material
Motor grader in cutting and grading ditches
Cleaning ditches
Finish grade leveling and blade patching
Mowing and weed eating
Painting, sign maintenance and installation.
10% Chip Sealing.
Operates the asphalt distributor, including being able to read the gauges for set-up of
spraying asphalt, as well as knowing the maintenance of the machine, including
servicing after use.
Operates the chip spreader.
