Job Details
Seasonal Labor- Public Works
2025-06-03 City of Beaverton, OR Beaverton,OR
Description:
Tree waterers will water trees located on city street rights-of-way and on unirrigated sites. Named a Tree City USA for over 25 years, the care of vital city trees is important to ensure a lasting urban tree canopy for generations to come. The schedule for tree waterers will be Tuesday-Friday, 6:00am - 4:30pm.
Street construction and maintenance: crack sealing, paving and overlay laborers may work with hot rubber, lift 25-50 pounds regularly, push a squeegee in traffic areas, and use jack hammers, brooms, shovels and other miscellaneous hand tools to maintain our roads, sidewalks, and pedestrian paths in great condition. The schedule will be Monday-Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm.
Selection process timeline:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and qualified applicants will be contacted via email or phone. Applicants who apply may be considered for all seasonal positions and, if hired, be placed with a specific team based on experience and availability.
Applicants who are selected must pass a pre-hire physical exam and drug screen, which includes screening for marijuana. Pre-hire contingencies may take up to 6 weeks. If hired, City of Beaverton seasonal employees may have the opportunity while employed to be considered for internally posted regular positions.
Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton's online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions only. A resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.
Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city's talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.
Compensation
Wage: $21.88 hourly
This position does not receive benefits.
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Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to meet city driving standards?
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All persons hired as a Public Works Seasonal Laborer must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
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What position(s) would you like to be considered for? Please select all that apply.
Required Question
Salary: $21.88 Hourly
Location : Operations Center, OR
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: FY24/25-01084
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 05/14/2025
Closing Date:6/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
From paving roads to ensuring the city's drinking water is safe, the Public Works Department keeps the City of Beaverton moving! We're recruiting seasonal workers to support our year-round Public Works crews during the busy summer and fall work season. If you enjoy an active job are interested in serving your community, a seasonal Public Works job is a great way to explore the many career options in Public Works.
Seasonal positions include:
- Tree watering
- Street construction/maintenance
Tree waterers will water trees located on city street rights-of-way and on unirrigated sites. Named a Tree City USA for over 25 years, the care of vital city trees is important to ensure a lasting urban tree canopy for generations to come. The schedule for tree waterers will be Tuesday-Friday, 6:00am - 4:30pm.
Street construction and maintenance: crack sealing, paving and overlay laborers may work with hot rubber, lift 25-50 pounds regularly, push a squeegee in traffic areas, and use jack hammers, brooms, shovels and other miscellaneous hand tools to maintain our roads, sidewalks, and pedestrian paths in great condition. The schedule will be Monday-Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm.
Selection process timeline:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and qualified applicants will be contacted via email or phone. Applicants who apply may be considered for all seasonal positions and, if hired, be placed with a specific team based on experience and availability.
Applicants who are selected must pass a pre-hire physical exam and drug screen, which includes screening for marijuana. Pre-hire contingencies may take up to 6 weeks. If hired, City of Beaverton seasonal employees may have the opportunity while employed to be considered for internally posted regular positions.
Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton's online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions only. A resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.
Responsibilities
- Perform unskilled or semi-skilled manual labor tasks. Operate related motorized small equipment or hand tools including trucks and light construction or maintenance equipment.
- Set up traffic control for work crew sites.
- Complete proper paperwork. Track and document materials usage. Maintain records.
- Clean and maintain equipment and work storage areas. Wash and maintain overall cleanliness of section tools, equipment and vehicles.
- Assist in notifying citizens of scheduled projects. Answer questions from public regarding projects.
- Respond to emergency situations as needed.
- Provide excellence in internal and external customer service. Create a positive experience for customers through professional and courteous behavior and creative problem resolution. Focus on producing high quality results.
- Represent the city to the public in operational functions as required. Advance and protect the interests of the city and its citizens in all matters.
- Develop safe work habits and follow all required safety policies, procedures and techniques. Contribute to safety of self, co-workers and the general public.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- 18 years or older; and
- Valid driver's license and the ability to meet the city's driving standards; and
- Ability to satisfy the requirements of a background check and pass reference checks, license verification, and a prehire physical and drug screen.
Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.
Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city's talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.
Compensation
Wage: $21.88 hourly
This position does not receive benefits.
01
Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to meet city driving standards?
- Yes
- No
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All persons hired as a Public Works Seasonal Laborer must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
- I understand this requirement.
03
What position(s) would you like to be considered for? Please select all that apply.
- Tree watering
- Street construction and maintenance
Required Question