Laborer II Trainee
Salary
$18.24 - $20.76 Hourly
Location
Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD
Job Type
MERIT
Job Number
08.312 07-26
Department
PUBLIC WORKS: HIGHWAYS & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Pay Schedule II, Grade H15, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week
Vacancies exist in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Highways and Equipment Maintenance.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties
Under close supervision, trains to drive and operate single-axle, commercial weight vehicles and equipment.
Participates in training to achieve and maintain proficiency in the following duties:
Examples of Other Duties
May drive automobile, truck, or other non-commercial weight vehicles. Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-provisional, non-commercial, class C Maryland drivers license.
Preferred Experience
Work experience with unskilled manual labor tasks.
Age Requirement
Non-Maryland residents must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a non-provisional, non-commercial, class C Maryland drivers license is required at the time of application.
NOTE: If you have a drivers license from a state other than Maryland, you must submit a current copy of your driving record, and a copy of your drivers license.
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Laborer II Trainee
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
This is a training classification. Employees are appointed to this classification for a maximum of twelve months. Upon receipt of a Medical Examiners Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and a valid license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland drivers license, and subject to the approval of the Office of Budget and Finance and the Office of Human Resources, incumbents will be reclassified to Laborer II. Incumbents who do not obtain a Medical Examiners Certificate and a valid license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland drivers license within ten months of employment will be terminated.
Safety Shoes
Individuals are supplied yearly shoe tickets, but are required to supply their own safety shoes at the beginning of employment.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including, bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment. Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as standing in traffic, working in trenches, and adverse weather.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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Drivers License Select the type of drivers license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your drivers license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.
02
DOT card Do you have a current Medical Examiners Certificate (DOT card)?
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Which drivers license endorsements do you currently hold? Check all that apply.
04
CDL Training You are applying for a job that is a training classification. The County will provide training related to the class specification. Employees appointed to this job classification must obtain a Medical Examiners Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and a valid Drivers License equivalent to a Commercial Class B Maryland Drivers License within the time period specified in the class specification. I understand and acknowledge that I will be terminated from employment if I do not obtain a Medical Examiners Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and a valid Drivers License equivalent to a Commercial Class B Maryland Drivers License within the time period specified in the job class specification.
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Non-Maryland residents are required to be at least 21 years of age to work in this job classification. Select the choice that applies to you.
06
As a DOT regulated employer, Baltimore County Government requires applicants accepting an interview for this classification, that already have a current CDL/DOT license, to sign a Release of Information Form to obtain drug and alcohol testing records maintained by your DOT regulated employer(s) for the previous 2 years. Refusal to sign the release form will result in you no longer being considered for this position. I am willing and able to accept this condition of employment.
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The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including, bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment. Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as standing in traffic, working in trenches, and adverse weather. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?
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Individuals are supplied yearly shoe tickets, but are required to supply their own safety shoes at the beginning of employment.
Required Question
Employer Baltimore County
Address 308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, Maryland, 21204
Phone 410-887-3135
Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov