Job Description
Launch your career with Seattle's Public Works Department! We're seeking motivated individuals for our paid training program to become Public Works Laborers. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive hands-on training in infrastructure maintenance, construction techniques, and safety protocols. Join our team dedicated to building and maintaining Seattle's vital public infrastructure while earning competitive wages and full benefits.
Why Join Us?
• Paid on-the-job training with experienced mentors
• Career advancement opportunities to skilled trades positions
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits
• Stability working for one of America's top-rated public utilities
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor tasks including excavation, paving, and utility maintenance
- Operate light machinery (e.g., jackhammers, saws) under supervision
- Assist in construction and repair of public infrastructure (roads, sidewalks, parks)
- Follow strict safety protocols and maintain clean work sites
- Participate in paid training programs for skill development
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on public works projects
- Complete daily maintenance logs and progress reports
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid Washington State Driver's License (Class C)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- No prior experience required – training provided
- Basic math skills for measurements and material calculations
- Commitment to safety and teamwork
- Pass pre-employment background check and drug screen