Seasonal Labor - Public Works

Seasonal Labor - Public Works

Salary

$14.00 Hourly

Location

Mesquite, NV

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

00363

Department

Public Works

Division

Streets & Drainage

Opening Date

01/12/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Job descriptions/specifications are intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and are not intended to describe in detail all of the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit management's rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

DEFINITION

To clean and repair streets, sewer lines, storm drains and traffic signs throughout the City.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY:

(Essential functions are those functions that the individual who holds the position must be able to perform unaided or with

the assistance of reasonable accommodation.)

* Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public,.

* Maintain city lots and right-of-ways; mow, spray and trim trees. Removes debris and illegally dumped garbage from City property. Maintain barricades, street signs, and other traffic control devices.

* Assist streets crew with daily tasks.

* Perform tasks such as cleaning vehicles, equipment and shop, pouring and finishing concrete and weed abatement.

* Paint curbs, work with road striping crew.

* Be dependable and meet acceptable attendance requirements at all times.

* Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations.

OTHER

JOB FUNCTIONS:

A. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

The degree of knowledge and ability as outlined under this section is that which is necessary to satisfactory perform the essential functions of this position

Knowledge of:

* Basic maintenance and repair methods and procedures used in assigned area.

* Safe and effective operating practices of light equipment used in assigned area.

Ability to:

* Operate light equipment and power tools used in public works maintenance operations.

* Work independently or as part of a crew.

* Follow directions and have a desire to learn.

* Perform hard physical labor under confined and uncomfortable conditions.

* Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and special events.

* Communicate effectively and courteously with City employees and the public.

Experience, Education & Training:

Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Experience:

Experience with concrete.

Training:
No training necessary.

License or Certificate:
Must possess at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483.

Competencies:

Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Composure - Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They are able to demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.

Customer Service - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs.

Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have…