Laborer II (Code Compliance Services [CCS Dept.], Unclassified Position[s]) *Multiple Vacancies*

City of Dallas; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

The City of Dallas is hiring a Laborer II to perform a variety of low- to semi-skilled labor tasks supporting streets, water/wastewater, parks, and public facilities. Duties include maintenance, repair, and grounds work with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Two years of general labor experience are expected. The role involves operating basic equipment, assisting in concrete, asphalt, and piping tasks, and supporting a collaborative city team on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Two years of general labor experience.
• Ability to learn to use hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform varied strenuous labor across departments and facilities.
• Assist in laying asphalt, concrete, and sewer/water pipe work.
• Load/unload tools and materials; support crew.
• Operate equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Place traffic safety devices and manage safety around the site.
• Dig trenches and clear debris; maintain drainage.
• Maintain grounds and perform other trades tasks as assigned.

Skills

Manual labor

Tools handling

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Job Summary

Performs a variety of low-skilled and semi-skilled strenuous labor duties that may involve but not limited to maintenance/repair of streets, storm drains, sewer lines, airport grounds and facilities; construction, repair and maintenance of water/wastewater mains, cleaning water meters; operating tractors, mowers, and other lawn equipment; maintaining public facilities, lakes, zoo, aquarium and park grounds; asphalt/paving repair, street marking, collects garbage/brush, and trims landscape; reservoir facility maintenance, water meter testing and repair; and, water/wastewater equipment installation, repair, & maintenance.

Job Description Overview

The Laborer II performs and provides various semi-skilled manual labor assisting in the cleaning, maintenance and repair of utilities, facilities, airport grounds, water and wastewater mains, landscaping, park grounds, and other public spaces.

Essential Functions

• 1 Performs skilled and semi-skilled strenuous labor for various departments; participates in the maintenance, care, repair, and operations of facilities, utilities, public spaces, and landscaping for the City; performs a variety of labor for different departments.
• 2 Assists in setting forms, mixing and pouring concrete, spreading and laying asphalt or spreading crack seal for the maintenance and repair of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters or streets; assists in laying various pipes for storm or sanitary sewers, drains or water mains to ensure proper flow is maintained.
• 3 Loads and unloads tools, construction material, and equipment onto trucks to ensure necessary tools are available for repairs to be made; provides assistance and works with other Laborers to complete necessary work.
• 4 Operates air/jack hammer to break out old concrete or asphalt when making repairs; drives dump truck, tractor driven mowers, or other equipment to transport tools, equipment supplies, or material to and from the work site; performs preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operating conditions.
• 5 Flags traffic, sets out barricades, cones or other safety devices to help ensure the safety of the crew and the public.
• 6 Digs ditches and trenches grading to specific evaluation; trims, shovels, cuts, and cleans up debris and removes vegetation; assists in cleaning drainage ditches, inlets, storm drains and sewer lines using various power operated equipment to remove debris or stoppage.
• 7 Cuts grass, removes litter and weeds, cleans floors and facility grounds to maintain upkeep of facility, street medians, and vacant lots removing any hazards and ensuring safety of tenants.
• 8 Performs any and all other trades work as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education None
• Experience Two (2) years performing general labor.
• Licenses and Certifications None

*Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments-for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1 Knowledge of equipment and tools used in various construction repairs.
• 2 Ability to learn to use hand/power tools and other equipment specific to various trades.
• 3 Knowledge of standard colors, configuration, and placement of lane markings and traffic signs.
• 4 Knowledge and understanding of safety procedures.
• 5 Ability to follow drawings, designs, and oral/written instructions from a supervisor, which has several steps, procedures or routines.
• 6 Ability to perform manual labor.
• 7 Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• 8 Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.

Salary Range

$21.50 - $22.91

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.