Job Description
Join Durham's award-winning Public Works team and shape our city's infrastructure future! We're seeking dedicated laborers to support critical community projects with competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. Help maintain Durham's roads, parks, and public facilities while building a stable career with one of North Carolina's most respected municipal employers.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy machinery (excavators, graders, dump trucks) for infrastructure maintenance
- Perform manual labor including excavation, paving, and utility repairs
- Conduct daily inspections of public works equipment and facilities
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and DOT regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on stormwater management projects
- Document work progress and maintain accurate field reports
- Assist in emergency response during severe weather events
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Minimum 2 years of construction/public works experience
- Certification in heavy equipment operation preferred
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Pass pre-employment physical and background check
- Basic computer literacy for reporting systems