Job Description
Join Richmond's Public Works team and build your career in community infrastructure! We're seeking motivated Laborers to support essential city projects – no experience required. Perfect for career changers, recent graduates, or those seeking stable employment with growth opportunities. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of directly improving our city's infrastructure.
Why Join Us?
- Full-time position with paid training
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Pension plan and retirement benefits
- Opportunities for advancement to skilled trades
- Union-protected workplace
Responsibilities
- Assist in construction and maintenance of public infrastructure (roads, sidewalks, parks)
- Operate hand tools and light machinery under supervision
- Load/unload materials and equipment at job sites
- Perform site cleanup and debris removal
- Follow safety protocols and OSHA standards
- Support traffic control and site setup
- Document daily work activities and materials used
Qualifications
- No prior experience required – we provide paid training!
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not mandatory
- Valid driver's license (Class C or higher)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Basic math skills for material measurement
- Reliable transportation to job sites across Richmond
- Pass background check and drug screening