Job Description
Join Orlando's award-winning Public Works team as we transform our city's infrastructure! We're seeking dedicated Laborers to support critical community projects while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Work alongside skilled professionals maintaining roads, parks, and utilities in Florida's most dynamic city.
Why Join Us? • Health/dental/vision insurance • Retirement savings plan • Paid vacation & holidays • Tuition reimbursement • On-the-job training • Uniform allowance • City employee discounts
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and landscaping for city infrastructure projects
- Operate light equipment (e.g., jackhammers, compactors) under supervisor guidance
- Maintain public spaces including parks, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Assist in emergency storm response and debris removal operations
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and maintain clean work sites
- Complete daily equipment maintenance and inspection reports
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on public works initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid Florida Driver's License with clean record
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
- Basic knowledge of construction safety standards
- Experience with hand/power tools preferred but not required
- Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Willingness to work flexible shifts including nights/weekends
- Strong teamwork ethic and commitment to public service