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General Labor

Atlanta, GA

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Temporary workers will assist with unloading a floor-loaded truck . Boxes may weigh up to 60 lbs. , so you must be able to safely lift and handle this weight throughout the assignment. Dress Code:

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Floater Food Service Workers & Custodians - Cobb County Schools

Marietta, GA · On-site

$14 - $15.50/hr

CORPORATE TEMPS OFFICE- 5950 LIVE OAK PKWY, SUITE 230, NORCROSS GA 30093 (2ND FLOOR) ASK FOR KAYLAH ... Floater Food Service Workers will be responsible for preparing, serving, and maintaining food ...

Integrity National Corporation

Periodic

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17/hr

This position is part-time and temporary, working on an on-call or as-needed basis to meet operational requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform general cleaning and custodial work including ...

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PT Food Service Worker

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$16/hr

... temporary. Job Summary : Under close supervision, the Food Service Worker prepares and cooks or ... assists in the cooking of food using specialized equipment. Serves and distributes food. Cleans ...

CITY OF BROOKHAVEN GA

Park Maintenance Worker

Brookhaven, GA · On-site

$18.25 - $28.18/hr

... workers. Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated crew leader and work ... temporary traffic control devices, providing flagging services and cleaning up at the end of events.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Worker job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Interpreter, ESOL Temporary

Marietta, GA • On-site

Cobb County School District
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Job description

Classified
Job Number 2400134627
Start Date 07/06/2026
Open Date 06/15/2026
Closing Date 12/31/2026
POSITION TITLE: Interpreter,ESOL
JOB CODE: ESL1
DIVISION: Academic Division/Teaching and Learning
SALARY SCHEDULE: Temporary Positions
DEPARTMENT: English Learner Programs
WORKDAYS: As needed
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, ESOL/IWC
PAY GRADE: ESL1
FLSA: Non-Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Varies based on primary job
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Facilitates services for school/home communications.
REVISION DATE(S): 10/25
REQUIREMENTS:
1.
Educational Level: High School Diploma or HSE required; bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent studies from abroad preferred
2.
Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Driver's License
3.
Experience: Two years of experience as an interpreter/translator preferred
4.
Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; Requires traveling to various locations and working in the evenings
5.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; fluency in English and at least one other language: Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Hindi, French, Haitian/Creole, Russian, Japanese or other languages as identified by immigrant student population; Proficiency in computer application skills
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1.
Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
2.
Keeps all appointments and assignments and reports to assigned site promptly.
3.
Assists in the translation and interpretation of school-home meetings.
4.
Maintains and keeps all conferences confidential.
5.
Ensures school documents are completed accurately and legibly by translating information appropriately.
6.
Informs Coordinator immediately when interpreting sensitive and/or reportable issues.
7.
Encourages families to participate in school affairs and promotes school involvement.
8.
Attends and participates in appropriate workshops and in-service training.
9.
Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
Shift Type Temporary
Job Category Other

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