Job Description
Join Milwaukee's Public Works Team Today!
The City of Milwaukee is urgently seeking dedicated Public Works Laborers to maintain and improve our community's infrastructure. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career while serving our great city. Apply immediately – positions are filling fast!
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly wages with comprehensive benefits package
- Pension plan and retirement savings options
- Paid training and career advancement opportunities
- Stable government employment with job security
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor tasks including excavation, paving, and street maintenance
- Operate light equipment (e.g., jackhammers, power saws) safely and efficiently
- Assist in snow removal and emergency weather response operations
- Conduct routine inspections and repairs of public infrastructure
- Maintain clean and organized work sites following safety protocols
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects on schedule
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Wisconsin driver's license with clean record
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
- Basic knowledge of construction tools and safety procedures
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- 1+ years of construction or maintenance experience preferred