Job Description
Join our award-winning Public Works team and help build the future of Kansas City! We're seeking dedicated Laborers to maintain and enhance our city's infrastructure through hands-on work that directly impacts community quality of life. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the pride of serving your city. Apply today to start your career with one of America's most livable cities!
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and paving operations
- Operate heavy equipment (backhoes, loaders, dump trucks) with proper certifications
- Maintain city roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Assist in emergency storm response and debris removal
- Conduct routine inspections of public infrastructure
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and city regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project execution
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Missouri driver's license with clean record
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification preferred
- Experience with heavy equipment operation (backhoe, loader)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
- Basic knowledge of construction materials and methods
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Pass background check and drug screening