Job Description
Join Colorado Springs' premier municipal team as a Public Works Laborer! Make a tangible impact on our vibrant mountain community while enjoying competitive benefits, career growth, and the satisfaction of serving your neighbors. The City of Colorado Springs offers a collaborative environment where your contributions directly enhance our city's infrastructure and quality of life.
Why Colorado Springs? Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, we combine outdoor adventure with urban convenience. Our growing economy, affordable living, and 300+ days of sunshine make Colorado Springs an exceptional place to build your career and life.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance on city streets, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Operate heavy equipment (bulldozers, graders, dump trucks) safely and efficiently
- Assist in snow removal and emergency weather response operations
- Conduct routine inspections of public infrastructure and document findings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure improvement projects
- Adhere to OSHA and city safety protocols at all times
- Participate in community beautification initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operation experience
- Certification in OSHA construction safety preferred
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, snow)
- Strong physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
- Basic knowledge of municipal infrastructure systems
- Successful background check and drug screening