Job Description
Join New Orleans' vital infrastructure team as a Public Works Laborer. We're urgently seeking dedicated individuals to maintain and enhance our city's public spaces. This hands-on role offers competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on your community. Apply today to start your career in public service!
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor tasks including digging, lifting, and carrying construction materials
- Operate light machinery (e.g., jackhammers, saws) under supervision
- Assist in road repairs, drainage maintenance, and park upkeep
- Ensure work sites comply with OSHA safety standards
- Collaborate with crew members to complete daily project goals
- Report maintenance issues and equipment malfunctions
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Louisiana driver's license
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and construction equipment
- Willingness to work in outdoor conditions (heat, humidity, rain)
- Pass pre-employment physical and background check
- Previous construction/labor experience preferred