Job Description
Join the City of San Jose's Public Works team and contribute to maintaining our vibrant community! We're seeking motivated part-time laborers to support essential infrastructure projects, park maintenance, and public facility upkeep. This hands-on role offers flexible hours while making a tangible impact on San Jose's quality of life. Perfect for students, career-changers, or those seeking supplemental income with growth opportunities into full-time municipal roles.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and material handling for public works projects
- Operate light equipment (e.g., jackhammers, power tools) under supervision
- Maintain parks, trails, and public spaces through landscaping and debris removal
- Assist in repairing roads, sidewalks, and storm drainage systems
- Ensure compliance with OSHA safety protocols and departmental procedures
- Support emergency response crews during weather-related incidents
- Complete daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance tasks
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid California driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
- Experience with construction tools or landscaping equipment preferred
- Basic knowledge of safety standards and work zone protocols
- Flexibility to work weekends and early morning/late evening shifts
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Must be legally authorized to work in the US