Job Description
Join the City of Fort Worth's Public Works team as a Laborer and play a vital role in maintaining our community's infrastructure. We're seeking dedicated individuals to perform hands-on construction, maintenance, and repair projects that directly impact residents' daily lives. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth while working in a dynamic outdoor environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and asphalt patching
- Operate light equipment (e.g., jackhammers, saws, pressure washers)
- Install and maintain traffic control signage and barricades
- Assist in storm drain cleaning and pipeline maintenance
- Prepare work sites, transport materials, and clean debris
- Conduct routine inspections of public infrastructure
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and city regulations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid Texas Class C Driver's License
- 1+ years construction or maintenance experience preferred
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in extreme weather
- Basic knowledge of hand/power tools and equipment
- Pass pre-employment physical and background check
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification (or obtain within 30 days)