Seasonal Labor - Noxious Weed Department

at Pottawatomie County in Westmoreland, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Job Type

Temporary

Description

The Pottawatomie County Noxious Weed Department is hiring for two temporary seasonal workers for summer of 2026.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Noxious Weed Director or their designee, the Temporary Seasonal Laborer is a nonexempt temporary position under FLSA. The position is responsible for performing mowing, spraying, and baling cardboard. Must be able to operate various types of machinery and working with hand tools while assisting the maintenance of County buildings. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Operates machinery including mowers, weed eaters, power tools and four-wheel drive trucks.
2. Assists in the construction and maintenance of County buildings.
3. Performs light maintenance and servicing work on equipment.
4. Bulk paint and segregate chemical as required.
5. Regular and predictable attendance required.
6. Maintains daily labor and equipment record.
7. Reports equipment problems to supervisor.
8. Ensures positive public relations with public and staff.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists other Noxious Weed Departments as the need arises
2. Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.