Seasonal Worker - Bridge Division
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Salary
$22.50 - $26.09 Hourly
Job Type
Seasonal
Job Number
26TRNS052TF009
Closing Date
3/16/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Public Works Transportation Department's Bridge division is seeking multiple candidates to work as Seasonal Workers for the 2026 road construction season.
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Location and hours:
These positions are located at the Public Works Facility, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340. The typical work schedule will be 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with occasional evening and weekend hours. There is no public transportation to this facility.
About these position types:
These are temporary, seasonal positions (non-benefit earning) that may last for up to six months during the 2026 road construction season (April - October). These positions are also available to accommodate a student's schedule and work from (June - August).
These positions are internally classified as Casual Laborer.
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In these positions, you will:
• Assist bridge maintenance crews with bridge flushing and bridge sealing activities and crack sealing bridge decks.
• Paint over/remove graffiti.
• Assist with traffic control signs and devices during bridge inspection and bridge maintenance work.
• Flag traffic.
• Shovel, rake, and sweep.
• Trim trees, chip bushes, and remove debris.
• Install signs and traffic control devices.
• Perform other road construction/traffic maintenance related laborer tasks.
Need to have:
• Must be 18 years or older.
• A valid driver's license and ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Availability and willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 70 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and work on uneven terrain.
Nice to have:
• Knowledge of road and grounds maintenance practices and equipment.
• Experience:
o Working with traffic control and/or traffic control devices.
o Flagging on a road construction project.
o Working with concrete
• Ability to:
o Follow verbal and written directions, including the department's cellphone policy.
o Hook, pull, and back up a trailer efficiently.
o Operate a 1-ton dump box truck and be able to set up a lane closer in accordance with the MUTCD.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition division
Hennepin County Human Resources department
Submit a request at hennepin.us/ask-hr or 612-348-7855
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