Job Description
Join Oakland's Public Works Team and Shape Our City's Future!
We're urgently seeking dedicated Public Works Laborers to maintain and enhance Oakland's critical infrastructure. This is your opportunity to contribute directly to community development while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits. Immediate positions available with full-time hours and career growth potential.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive hourly wages + comprehensive benefits package
- Union representation with Local 555
- Pension plan and retirement options
- Opportunities for skill advancement
- Make tangible impact in your community
Responsibilities
- Perform heavy manual labor including excavation, grading, and material handling
- Operate light machinery (backhoes, jackhammers, trenchers) safely
- Maintain public infrastructure including roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Assist in emergency storm response and debris removal operations
- Adhere to strict OSHA safety protocols and environmental regulations
- Complete daily work logs and maintenance reports accurately
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on public projects
Qualifications
- Valid California Class C Driver's License (Class B preferred)
- Minimum 1 year construction/public works experience
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly and work in extreme weather
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Basic math skills for material calculations
- Ability to follow verbal/written instructions precisely
- Flexibility for weekend/evening emergency shifts