The New Era - All about Sweet Home since 1929

The Linn County Road Department is looking to fill 19 summer jobs that pay $18 per hour, according to Kevin Hamilton, operations manager.

Hamilton said applicants must be at least 18 years old, have graduated from high school or have a GED certificate and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

“We attach a summer helper to each of our four maintenance districts (Sweet Home, Scio, Halsey, and Albany). We attach two to our Bridge Maintenance Division, and four to our Traffic Control Division,” Hamilton said. “Also, we hire eight as a crew in their own righ...