Job Description
Join Riverside's award-winning Public Works team and help shape our city's infrastructure! We're seeking dedicated Laborers to maintain and enhance Riverside's public spaces, ensuring safe, beautiful environments for residents and visitors. This direct hire role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a stable, government-funded environment.
Why Join Us?
- Full-time position with health, dental, and retirement benefits
- Paid training and certification opportunities
- Union representation with competitive wages
- Contribute to impactful community projects
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including digging, paving, and landscape maintenance
- Operate light machinery (e.g., jackhammers, power saws) safely
- Assist in road repair, drainage system maintenance, and sidewalk construction
- Follow strict safety protocols and OSHA guidelines
- Collaborate with crew members to complete projects efficiently
- Report equipment issues and maintain clean work sites
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid California Driver's License
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
- Basic knowledge of construction tools and materials
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Preferred: 1+ years of construction or public works experience