Job Description
Immediate Opening: Public Works Laborer Needed in Jacksonville!
Join our award-winning Public Works team and help shape Jacksonville's future. We're seeking dedicated individuals to perform critical infrastructure maintenance across our growing city. This urgent temporary role offers competitive pay, hands-on training, and the opportunity to serve your community directly.
Why Apply Today?
- Competitive hourly wages with weekly pay
- Full-time schedule with overtime potential
- Comprehensive safety gear provided
- Career advancement opportunities
- Immediate start date available
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, paving, and drainage system maintenance
- Operate heavy machinery (bobcats, dump trucks) and hand tools safely
- Assist in road repair, traffic signal maintenance, and park facility upkeep
- Follow OSHA safety protocols and maintain organized work sites
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines
- Document daily work activities and material usage
- Participate in emergency response during severe weather events
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Florida driver's license with clean record
- Minimum 1 year construction or public works experience preferred
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly and work in extreme weather conditions
- OSHA 10-hour certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment operation skills
- Strong teamwork ethic and reliable attendance record