Kitsap County · 2 days ago
PUBLIC WORKS SEASONAL POSITIONS
Port Orchard, WA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKitsap County is offering an outstanding opportunity for motivated individuals to join Public Works as part of the Seasonal Employment Program, providing structured training and real-world exposure. Participants will support essential Public Works operations that directly impact community safety, infrastructure, and quality of life, while gaining practical experience and building skills in teamwork and customer service.
CommunitiesFacilities Support ServicesGovernment
Responsibilities
Cleaning up litter from roads and public spaces
Supporting the Adopt a Spot program by organizing supplies and assisting volunteers
Participating in recycling events and litter-prevention projects
Responding to public service requests
Assisting with light office tasks like data entry
Providing operational support at four County-owned recycle and garbage facilities
Covering critical facility shifts involving working directly with the public to screen waste loads
Oversight of recycling and public disposal areas
Directing traffic
Opening and closing of the facilities
Performing some cashiering duties
Light maintenance, including painting, striping, landscaping, pressure washing, and use of outdoor tools and equipment
Assisting with roadway striping
Installing and maintaining traffic signs and signals
Supporting traffic control
Performing vehicle inspections
Servicing equipment
Cleaning the shop
Qualification
Required
Must be able to work weekends
Ability to support essential Public Works operations
Develop strong workplace habits such as dependability, teamwork, self-motivation, and safe work practices
Gain practical experience in local government
Build practical skills in teamwork, communication, and customer service
Provide operational support at County-owned recycle and garbage facilities
Work directly with the public to screen waste loads
Oversight of recycling and public disposal areas
Direct traffic
Open and close the facilities
Perform some cashiering duties
Light maintenance including painting, striping, landscaping, pressure washing, and use of outdoor tools and equipment
Assist with roadway striping, installing and maintaining traffic signs and signals, and supporting traffic control
Perform vehicle inspections and equipment servicing
Clean the shop
Company
Kitsap County
Kitsap County is a government organization that provides road, garbage recycling, sewer, and stormwater services as well as programs.
Founded in 1857
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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