Seasonal Laborer - Highway Department

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Location : Highway Department Hawthorne, WI
Job Type: Seasonal Employees
Job Number: SLHWY052026
Department: Highway
Opening Date: 05/04/2026


Description


The Douglas County Highway Department is seeking Seasonal Laborers for the upcoming summer season. This position will perform general highway maintenance and assigned laborer tasks involving the use of hand tools and operation of motorized equipment, including but not limited to traffic flagging, mowing with light-duty tractors, pothole patching, and general labor.

2026 starting rate $18.00/hr. *Returning Seasonal Laborers receive additional $1.00 to base wage until 3rd consecutive season.

Seasonal Laborers have opportunities for flexible scheduling, working approximately 20-40 hours per week!

Opportunities may exist for seasonal work from mid Spring to late Fall. This position typically works four days a week, ten hours a day. This position occasionally requires overtime work when requested. No benefits are offered with seasonal positions.

Testing requirements: Structured interview; Applicants must pass a physical exam and pre-employment drug screen.

Essential Duties
Ability to effectively use hand tools. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to work independently. Good physical condition necessary to perform job duties; including laboring, sometimes in extreme heat/adverse weather conditions and standing for long periods of time.

Minimum Qualifications


High School diploma or GED preferred (must be at least 18 years of age). Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record. Physically capable of working outdoors in all types of weather conditions and capable of lifting heavy loads. Must be punctual, possess a strong work ethic, and be able to work efficiently with a wide variety of people.

Supplemental Information


Work site: Douglas County Highway Department in Hawthorne, WI

Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io with questions regarding this position.

Douglas County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
There are no fringe benefits for Seasonal Positions.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

04


As seasonal laborer, work is anticipated to run from May through October, please indicate the dates/months you could commit to working for Douglas County if offered a seasonal position:
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This position works four days a week, ten hours a day. This position requires overtime work when requested, which can include the weekends. Are you available to work potential overtime and ten-hour days.
Required Question