Job Description
Join Fort Worth's award-winning Public Works team and build the city's future! We're offering an exclusive $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified Public Works Laborers ready to make a tangible impact in our community. This full-time role provides stability, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth while serving residents across Fort Worth's dynamic neighborhoods. As a key member of our infrastructure maintenance crew, you'll help maintain roads, parks, and public facilities that keep our city thriving.
Why Apply Today?
- Competitive hourly pay with guaranteed $3,000 sign-on bonus
- Full benefits package including health insurance & retirement
- Paid training for heavy equipment operation
- Opportunities for advancement to specialist roles
- Proudly serving Fort Worth since 1873
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy machinery (excavators, graders, dump trucks) for infrastructure projects
- Perform manual labor including excavation, grading, and material handling
- Install/maintain traffic control signs and safety barriers
- Assist in stormwater drainage system maintenance
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and city regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on public works projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Texas Class A or B CDL license preferred
- Minimum 1 year construction/public works experience
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly and work in extreme weather
- Basic knowledge of heavy equipment operation
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification (or obtain within 30 days)
- Pass pre-employment physical and background check
- Texas driver's license with clean driving record