The Dalles Litter Patrol Workers (Crew Members and Crew Leader)

Initial Posting Date:

04/16/2026

Application Deadline:

05/11/2026

Agency:

Department of Transportation

Salary Range:

$20.26 - $21.05

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

The Dalles Litter Patrol Workers (Crew Members and Crew Leader)

Job Description:

Litter Patrol Workers – Crew Members and Crew Leader
Oregon Department of Transportation
Delivery and Operations Division
The Dalles

$20.26 Hourly Crew Member

$21.05 Hourly Crew Leader

The role: 

We are seeking litter patrol workers for our Youth Litter Patrol (YLP) Program! The program was founded in 1977 to help clean up the state highway right of way. Litter crews are made up of crew members and crew leaders. The crews primarily pick up litter along state highways although other tasks may be assigned. This is a great opportunity to work outdoors with a team and have a role in maintaining state highways, help the environment and learn about career opportunities at ODOT!

We welcome applications from anyone 16 years of age or older for crew member positions and 18 years of age or older for crew leader positions.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Our first application screening is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Monday, 05/11/2026, but we may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications. We cannot guarantee that we will consider applications received after this screening date and encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.  Note: names will be selected in a random fashion for interviews.  Due to the volume of applicants, you may not be contacted if you are not selected for an interview.

This job posting is for temporary positions and does not include the typical benefits available for permanent employees. Temporary employees may be eligible for employee health benefits offered through the Public Employees Benefit Board (PEBB) as outlined in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. 

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

A day in the life:

• Pick up and bag litter along state highways.

• Lift and carry filled litter bag.

• Speak and write in English to communicate about assigned tasks and potential roadside hazards.

• Follow ODOT safety procedures.

• Work in all types of weather and around traffic.

• The crew leader will additionally oversee work and will be responsible for transporting crew members from the ODOT office to the work site using a state vehicle and completing payroll forms for crew.

What’s in it for you:

• On the job training and mentorship.

• The salary range listed