Short-Term Laborer -Summer Help

Salary: $19.80 Hourly
Location : Butte, Silver-Bow County, MT
Job Type: Short-Term
Job Number: 2026-020
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 03/26/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LIUNA


General Statement of Duties / Distinguishing Features of the Class
These positions are expected to run Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Short-Term Summer Laborer (Up to 480 Hours)

We are hiring summer employees whose work is performed under the general direction and supervision of the Golf Course, Parks, Roads, or Public Works Department Supervisors. Responsibilities can include but are not limited to patching potholes with hot asphalt or a Durapatch machine; assisting in paving roads; crack sealing; cleaning culverts; building and installing signs; assisting in setting up and tearing down traffic control; hosing and cleaning streets; ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.

Requires high school diploma or equivalency certificate and some experience as a general laborer or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Must be 18 or over .

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City-County of Butte-Silver Bow and the Laborer' International Union of North America, Local No. 1686. Payment of initiation fee, monthly union dues, and health insurance may be required.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)
QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITIONS:

• Performs all duties and work assignments in a safe, healthy and environmentally sound manner. Specifically, complying with the Health and Safety Program; maintaining work areas in a safe and orderly manner; identifying and reporting unsafe conditions; reporting all accidents; wearing required personal protective equipment and attending safety-related training sessions.
• Performs all duties and work assignments in compliance with project quality requirements.
• Acts responsibly and ethically, and in conformance with generally accepted business, occupational and professional standards.
• Performs related work as required.
• Follow all rules and regulations of Butte-Silver Bow.
• Maintain a positive attitude when dealing with supervisors, other employees and members of the public at all times.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Montana.
• Must be a resident of Butte-Silver Bow during employment according to Butte-Silver Bow Ordinance. See below.

"2.08.010Residence during employment From and after October 1, 1979, all employees of the local government of Butte-Silver Bow shall be bona fide residents within the boundaries of Butte-Silver Bow during the period of their employment by the government of Butte-Silver Bow. (Ord. 85 § 1, 1979)"

Required Experience, Training, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Summer hire orientation and safety training is required.
The City-County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical disability, or veteran status.

The job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. Tasks and duties of the employee may differ from those outlined above.
ADA Accommodation Notice

The City-County of Butte-Silver Bow is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in the hiring process, please contact us.
This position offers benefits according to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.