Job Description
Join Memphis's Public Works team and become an essential part of our city's infrastructure backbone! We're seeking dedicated laborers to maintain and enhance our community's roads, parks, and utilities. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of serving your neighbors. Apply today to build a brighter Memphis tomorrow!
Responsibilities
- Perform daily maintenance on city roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Operate light machinery (sweepers, mowers, trucks) safely and efficiently
- Assist in park beautification and landscaping projects
- Respond to emergency weather-related infrastructure repairs
- Conduct routine inspections of public facilities
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams on municipal initiatives
- Adhere strictly to OSHA safety protocols
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Tennessee driver's license with clean record
- 1+ years of construction/maintenance experience preferred
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
- Basic equipment operation skills (training provided)
- Strong work ethic and punctuality
- Pass background check and drug screening
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions