Job Description
Join the City of Colorado Springs Public Works team and build the infrastructure that keeps our community thriving! We're seeking dedicated Public Works Laborers to support essential maintenance projects across the city. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career growth potential. If you take pride in physical work and want to make a tangible impact in your community, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and paving operations
- Operate light machinery (e.g., jackhammers, saws, compactors) safely and efficiently
- Assist in repairing and maintaining roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Install and repair traffic control signs and barricades
- Load/unload materials and equipment at job sites
- Adhere to all OSHA safety protocols and city regulations
- Collaborate with crew members to meet project deadlines
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Colorado driver's license with clean record
- Minimum 1 year construction or public works experience preferred
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks
- Basic knowledge of hand/power tools and construction methods
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- OSHA 10-hour certification preferred