Job Description
Join the Team that Keeps Nashville Moving!
Are you looking for a stable, rewarding career in public service? The City of Nashville is seeking dedicated Public Works Maintenance Workers to ensure our infrastructure remains safe, accessible, and beautiful for all residents. If you take pride in working outdoors and keeping our community running smoothly, we want to hear from you.
As a Municipal Worker, you will play a vital role in maintaining our roadways, parks, and drainage systems. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay: Starting at $22.00/hr with opportunities for overtime.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement Security: Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) participation.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays and vacation time.
Ready to serve your community? Apply today and become a vital part of Metro Nashville.
Responsibilities
- Perform Routine Street Maintenance: Patch potholes, clean catch basins, and sweep streets to ensure safe travel conditions.
- Maintain Public Infrastructure: Inspect and repair traffic signs, guardrails, and lighting fixtures throughout the city.
- Park and Grounds Care: Maintain athletic fields, parks, and green spaces, including light landscaping and litter removal.
- Snow and Ice Removal: Operate plows and salt spreaders during inclement weather to clear roads and sidewalks.
- Machinery Operation: Safely operate heavy machinery, such as backhoes, dump trucks, and mowers, following all safety protocols.
- Vehicle Maintenance: Perform routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections on assigned municipal vehicles.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Licensure: Valid Tennessee Class C Driver’s License (Commercial Driver’s License [CDL] may be required for specific roles).
- Experience: Prior experience in general labor, landscaping, or construction is preferred.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50+ lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in various weather conditions.
- Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and general construction/site safety practices.
- Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with the public and fellow team members.