Full-Time
Flood Control District Worker
Updated on 9/3/2026
Salt Lake County
1,001-5,000 employees
County government delivering public services
No salary listed
Midvale, UT, USA
In Person
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- A valid driver's license accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire to operate a County vehicle.
- Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver's License at the time of hire or obtain it within 90 days of hire to operate a Salt Lake County vehicle.
- Must possess a current Department of Transportation Medical Card at the time of hire.
- Must attend flagging training and recertify every two years.
- Must attend a Defensive Driving course.
- Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position and be subject to random alcohol and drug testing, with possible post-accident and reasonable-suspicion alcohol and drug testing.
- Must comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices safety rules and regulations.
- Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair work on highways, drainage structures, and streams.
- Assist with snow removal and minimal landscaping.
- Remove snow from roadways.
- Operate some heavy equipment.
- Maintain tools and equipment by keeping them clean, repaired, and stored securely when not in use; perform minor repairs.
- Assist in crack sealing, patching, chip sealing, slurry seal preparation, and resurfacing of roadways.
- Prepare roadways for asphalt application by grading and compacting road base; spread and compact asphalt.
- Assist with concrete installation and removal, including floating and finishing concrete.
- Set up traffic warning signs, traffic cones, and barricades, and flag traffic.
- Mow lawns using a commercial riding mower.
- Aerate and edge lawns.
- Repair sprinkler systems.
- Plant and prune trees and bushes and haul away debris.
- Control weeds.
- Maintain stream channels, storm drains, flood gates, and other drainage structures by clearing debris and excess sediment.
- Trim trees and bushes and haul away debris.
- Fill and place sandbags and install water pumps.
- Remove ice jams from streams.
Salt Lake County provides essential public services and local governance to residents as a political subdivision of the State of Utah. It operates through various departments that manage public safety, environmental protection, economic development, and human services by utilizing tax revenue and public resources. Unlike private organizations, the county is legally mandated to prioritize transparency, fiscal responsibility, and ethical service for all citizens rather than profit. Its goal is to maintain a safe, responsive, and accessible community by addressing resident concerns and promoting long-term regional growth.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$500K
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Founded
1852
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2026 adopted budget reached $2.13 billion, supporting hiring and service continuity.
- The county absorbed most nine percent health-insurance inflation, limiting employee premium shock.
- Recreation perks and water-conservation campaigns strengthen public visibility and retention.
What critics are saying
- Property taxes rose 14.65% in December 2025, angering residents.
- Jenny Wilson's ICE detention lawsuit, filed June 8, 2026, risks legal costs.
- Sheriff's-office retaliation litigation still signals toxic culture and supervision failures.
What makes Salt Lake County unique
- Salt Lake County is moving headquarters to Midvale, announced October 2025.
- My County Rec Pass gave 80,000 children free recreation access in year one.
- County benefits start first day for 20-hour employees, with no-cost life insurance.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Professional Development Budget
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Wellness Program
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 2%1 year growth
↑ 2%2 year growth
↑ 2%SALT LAKE CITY - It's been one year since Salt Lake County launched the My County Rec Pass, which allows children 0 to 18 to access recreation centers for free.
In 2022, Salt Lake County received $9.3 billion in government transfer payments, equivalent to $7,872 per capita.
The Salt Lake County Council approved $55 million to acquire the Overstock building in Midvale at 799 Coliseum Way.
Visit Salt Lake and Staker Parson are collaborating with Salt Lake County to kick off the festival, which reportedly aims to highlight Salt Lake's rich heritage and legacy in sports and culture.
Salt Lake County announces Code Blue for january 11.