Seasonal Laborer - Public Service

Salary: $14.23 - $20.00 Hourly
Location : 200 S Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 20251201w
Department: Public Service Department
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 70


Job Summary


Great summer opportunity for a position with the Service Department at the City of Gahanna.


The position is responsible for assisting with maintenance work related to streets, water, sewer and stormwater. Position will work for 3 months and will work 35-40 hours per week.

Essential Job Functions

• Works in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City facilities.
• Maintains routine records and reports.
• Operates a light truck or similar vehicle, tractor mower, aerator, seeder, hand and power mower, stump remover, snowplow, string trimmer, edger, chain saw, and various hand and power tools.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of water line and fire hydrants, water and sewer lines, water line flushing, water main valve, curb boxes and stormwater catch basins, street potholes, lift stations, and PRV pits, clear lines with vacuum truck and easement machine.
• Mows R.O.W., litter pickup, debris removal from streets and streams, carcass removal, street sign repairs, paints fire hydrants, raises sanitary sewer and stormwater manholes, and assists with the installation of water meters.
• Performs general ground maintenance tasks; shovels by hand to perform maintenance tasks; landscapes/repairs properties as needed and cleans equipment.
• Performs daily customer service, dealing directly with the public.
• Will learn to successfully operate the City of Gahanna provided technology and software, including computers, tablets, and the Cityworks system.
• Handles equipment safely and appropriately; uses appropriate safety equipment when performing essential job functions.
• Participates in snow removal when necessary.
• This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Performs related tasks as required.

** Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required



Minimum Qualifications


Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

a. Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

b. Licensure or Certification Requirements

• Current and valid Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driver's abstract in order to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna

c. Other

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Tools, materials, and equipment used in the essential job functions.
• Methods and practices of equipment and tools, construction, repair, and/or maintenance in the area assigned.
• Maintenance and manual tasks involved in the installation maintenance and repair of water, sewer, and stormwater lines along with street department work as directed.
• Hazards of the work and the necessary safety precautions.
• Common hand and power tools, including but not limited to, jackhammers, concrete saws, hand drills, sawzalls, string trimmers, and other construction equipment.
• Management principles and practices.
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work and related equipment operation

Skill in:

• Performing various manual tasks by operating assigned pieces of equipment.

Ability to: (Mental and Physical Abilities)

• Work independently and under direct supervision
• Read and write numbers and letters
• Speak and write effectively both orally and in written form
• Hear to perceive information at normal spoken word levels
• Visual acuity is required for color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm's length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surrounding and activities
• Apply problem solving skills and perform critical thinking
• Understand and follow specific oral instructions
• Perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions
• Exert 100 pounds of force occasionally; up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, and repetitive motions

Working Conditions:
The employee is subject to inside and outside environment conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards and atmospheric conditions.

Important Job Functions

• Interacts with vendors and citizens.
• The worker may be called to work during emergencies 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
• The worker is required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
• Set up work zones, including cones and signs.
• Flag traffic as necessary.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Part-Time and Intermittent employees are eligible to participate in the Ohio Public Employment Retirement System.


Part-Time employees regularly scheduled to work more than twenty hours per week may be eligible for paid time off and life insurance. *Benefits subject to change based upon salary ordinance changes.
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This position requires employees to be at least 18 years old at the start of employment. Will you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least age 18 as of the date of your application?

• Yes
• No

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