Job Description
Join our award-winning team as a Public Works Laborer and help shape the future of Colorado Springs! We're seeking dedicated individuals to support critical infrastructure projects while enjoying unprecedented remote flexibility. This hybrid role combines essential on-site fieldwork with remote administrative coordination, allowing you to maintain work-life balance while contributing directly to our community's growth. As a key member of our operations team, you'll gain hands-on experience in municipal infrastructure maintenance, environmental stewardship, and public service excellence. We offer competitive benefits, career advancement pathways, and a supportive culture that values your contributions.
Why Join Us? Remote-first coordination model | Industry-leading safety protocols | Tuition assistance programs | Paid volunteer time off | Modern equipment and technology
Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and maintenance of public infrastructure (roads, drainage systems, parks) with remote reporting capabilities
- Operate heavy machinery and hand tools safely while adhering to OSHA standards
- Document project progress and submit digital reports via remote portal systems
- Collaborate with engineering teams through virtual planning sessions
- Participate in emergency response operations with flexible deployment scheduling
- Maintain equipment logs and inventory using cloud-based management systems
- Train on new sustainable infrastructure technologies during remote onboarding
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Colorado Driver's License with clean driving record
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience with digital reporting tools (mobile apps, cloud platforms)
- Ability to work independently in remote field environments
- Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles or construction methods
- Strong communication skills for virtual team interactions
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening