Laborer II (Sanitation)

Dallas City Hall; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is hiring a Laborer II (Sanitation). This full-time role supports maintenance across streets, water and wastewater projects, and park grounds. You will operate basic equipment, assist in concrete and asphalt work, and help keep facilities and public spaces clean and safe.

Required is 2 years of general labor experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to follow instructions. The position offers competitive pay and a community-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• 2 years of general labor experience.
• Ability to follow drawings, designs and written directions.
• Commitment to safety procedures and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform fair share of low- to semi-skilled labor tasks across departments.
• Assist in setting forms and pouring concrete, and in asphalt work.
• Load/unload tools and materials; support crew as needed.
• Operate basic equipment and perform preventive maintenance checks.
• Flag traffic and set safety barriers as required.
• Dig ditches and trenches; trim and remove debris.
• Maintain cleanliness of facilities, grounds and work sites.

Skills

Equipment operation

Power tools

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Manual labor

Tools

Hand tools

Concrete mixing tools

Construction equipment

Job description

## Laborer II (Sanitation)Apply: SANSPECIALSERVICES: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 23, 2026 (5 days left to apply): 26-28874**Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.**Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.**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.**Knowledge and Skills****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.**Experience**2 years performing general labor.**Licenses and Certifications**None**Education**None**Salary Range**$21.50 - $22.91The 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.