Job Description
Launch your career in infrastructure with our paid Public Works Laborer training program! No experience required – we provide comprehensive hands-on training to develop essential skills in construction, maintenance, and equipment operation. Join Omaha's dedicated team building and maintaining our city's critical infrastructure while earning competitive wages and benefits. Perfect for motivated individuals seeking stable, meaningful work with growth opportunities. Apply today and start building your future!
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and material handling
- Operate light machinery (e.g., jackhammers, compactors) under supervision
- Assist in road maintenance, sidewalk repairs, and park installations
- Maintain job site safety and cleanliness per OSHA standards
- Support utility infrastructure projects (water, sewer, drainage)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on municipal projects
- Complete daily equipment checks and preventative maintenance
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED accepted)
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Basic math skills for measurements and material calculations
- Strong commitment to workplace safety protocols
- No prior experience required – training provided
- Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen