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Lane County Government lists this Road Maintenance Worker -Eugene Vegetation Crew opportunity in eugene, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Seasonal, Six-Month Position Now Available with Lane County Road Maintenance!Lane County Public Works is seeking a seasonal Road Maintenance Worker to join our Vegetation Crew based in Eugene. This is a hands-on, outdoor role for someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining public spaces, and want to contribute to the safety and beauty of our local transportation system.As part of the Vegetation Crew, you'll support essential roadside maintenance activities across Lane County - helping keep roadways clear, visible, and safe for the community. This work plays a direct role in preventing hazards, improving driver visibility, and maintaining the overall condition of our roads and right-of-way.In this role you can expect to:Perform vegetation control along roadsides, including mowing, trimming, brush cutting, and debris removalOperate light equipment and toolsAssist with general road maintenance tasks as part of a teamThis position is ideal for someone who:Enjoys working outdoors in all types of weatherValues teamwork and takes direction well in a crew environmentIs dependable, safety-conscious, and ready to contribute to meaningful public service workThe Road Maintenance Division is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the County transportation system including some state highways and city streets under contract with Lane County. Although the majority of equipment and employees in Road Maintenance are based at the Delta Complex, satellite shops are located near Cottage Grove, Dexter, Veneta, and Florence. A crew and equipment are assigned to each Road Maintenance Zone. The Bridge Projects Crew and Vegetation Crew are headquartered at Delta and work throughout the County.Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Overtime and/or shift changes required per operational needs.*This is a 626 represented position*This position is budgeted for a maximum of 1,040 hours during the fiscal year.Training: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.One year of experience in the operation of light equipment or performing unskilled or semi-skilled tasks, preferred.Or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.The selected candidate for this position is required to pass a seven-year criminal history background check before entering County employment.Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary BenefitsAt Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career.Benefits to keep you & your family well - PhysicallyHealth insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30-days as an eligible employee. Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2026 are outlined below:Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center.Benefits to keep you & your family well - FinanciallyRetirement - Lane County pays for and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment.Disability - Lane County provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Labor Day, Presidents' Day, Veterans' Day, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving Day, Juneteenth, Christmas Day.Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.Lane County offers these other valuable benefits Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement. Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse. Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac. Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership. Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates.
Worksite address
eugene, OR, 97401, US
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