Road & Bridge Summer Laborer - Meeker

Road & Bridge Summer Laborer applications due April 15, 2026 @ 3:00 PM.  

BENEFITS:

Colorado Sick Leave

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Laborer

Department: Road & Bridge

Reports To: Traffic Control Supervisor & District Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs manual labor in the construction, maintenance, and repair of County roads and related facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or peripheral duties that may be required. Rio Blanco County reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

▪ Performs basic manual tasks for extended periods of time out-of-doors in all weather conditions.

▪ Uses hand tools and operates power tools used in construction and maintenance of County roads.

▪ Performs flag person duties as appropriate.

▪ May perform minor maintenance on equipment used.

▪ Maintain timesheet, log, maintenance records, and any other required paperwork.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

▪ Available on scheduled shifts and accepts overtime work and activity.

▪ Open to new ideas and ways to do things. Accepts changes in relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

▪ Accepts criticism and feedback. Moods are generally stable, upbeat and positive.

▪ Voluntarily starts projects. Attempts non-routine jobs and tasks

▪ Capacity to make reasonable decisions. Uses a common sense approach to handling situations. Obtains and analyzes facts and applies sound judgment.

▪ Work performed is accurate, thorough and useful. Projects are completed with no loose ends.

▪ Dependability and trustworthiness. Carries out assignments without follow up. Does not produce incomplete or unacceptable work.

▪ Performs job duties according to established safety practices. Keeps work area free from hazards. Suggests and helps implement safer ways to perform job duties.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

▪ 18 years of age

Skill in:

▪ Skill in operating hand and power tools.

Abilities:

▪ Ability to qualify for the CDOT Flagging Certificate.

▪ Ability to learn the operation of a variety of hand and power tools.

▪ Ability to work well with others in understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.

▪ Ability to learn and practice safety precautions.

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

▪ High School Diploma or Equivalent

Licenses or Certificates:

▪ Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s License.

Physical Demands: ▪ Walking, standing, bending, or stooping

▪ Walking or standing for long periods of time.

▪ Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

▪ Handling, seizing, holding, grasping, or otherwise working with hand or hands.

▪ Unaided lifting up to 50 pounds.

▪ Aided lifting over 50 pounds.

▪ Climbing ladders.

Work Environment:

▪ Work is performed out-of-doors performing manual labor.

▪ Exposure to loud noises, vibrations, heights, and/or cuts and abrasions are recurrent.

▪ Frequently exposed to dirt, dust, mud, grease, and extreme weather conditions.

▪ Safety precautions must be continuously followed in this position.

Other: ▪ Position may require some overtime.

This job description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Rio Blanco County prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, creed, ancestry, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or any other status protected by federal or state law