Job Description
Launch your career in infrastructure with Philadelphia's premier public works program! We're seeking motivated individuals for our paid training initiative to become skilled Public Works Laborers. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive hands-on training in construction techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation. Join a team maintaining the city's roads, parks, and utilities while earning competitive pay and full benefits. This is your opportunity to build a stable career with upward mobility in a vital municipal service.
Responsibilities
- Perform heavy manual labor including excavation, paving, and drainage maintenance
- Operate light machinery (saws, drills, compactors) under supervision
- Assist in road repair, sidewalk installation, and park maintenance projects
- Adhere to OSHA safety standards and proper equipment handling
- Complete infrastructure inspections and reporting documentation
- Participate in emergency response during weather-related incidents
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on large-scale municipal projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Basic math skills for measurement calculations
- Commitment to punctuality and reliable attendance
- Willingness to obtain required certifications during training
- Prior construction or landscaping experience preferred but not required