Job Description
Join our award-winning Public Works team and become a vital part of Baton Rouge's infrastructure development! We're seeking dedicated laborers to support critical municipal projects including road maintenance, drainage improvements, and facility renovations. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of serving your community. Apply today to build a brighter future for Baton Rouge!
Responsibilities
- Perform heavy physical labor including excavation, grading, and material handling
- Operate light machinery (e.g., jackhammers, tampers, street sweepers) safely
- Install and maintain traffic control signage and barricades
- Assist in asphalt/concrete repair and drainage system maintenance
- Ensure compliance with OSHA safety protocols and environmental standards
- Participate in emergency response during natural disasters
- Maintain accurate project documentation and equipment logs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Louisiana driver's license with clean record
- Minimum 1 year construction/public works experience preferred
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly and work in extreme weather
- Basic mechanical knowledge of hand/power tools
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights/weekends