Leaf Collector

City-of-Reidsville; Reidsville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Reidsville is seeking a temporary general laborer to assist with the collection and disposal of loose leaves on city routes during the leaf season.

Responsibilities include bagged leaves collection, vacuuming leaves with a specialty truck, using leaf blowers and rakes, and maintaining safe, cooperative work with citizens and teammates. The position runs from early November 2026 through January 2027, with a potential invitation to apply for a regular, full-time role after the season.

Qualifications

• Background in general labor or outdoor work preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and respond courteously to citizens.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and light equipment used in leaf collection is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks for collection and disposal of loose leaves on City routes.
• Assist with bagged leaves collection and vacuuming leaves using a specialty truck.
• Operate leaf blower and rake as required and maintain safe working practices around residents and teammates.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Leaf blower

Rake

Leaf vacuum

Specialty truck

Job description

This position performs responsible general labor work in the collection and disposal of loose leaves through City routes.

This is a temporary position with the City of Reidsville. However, if you are successful in this role, you may be invited to apply for a regular, full-time position at the end of leaf season.

LOOSE LEAF SEASON RUNS:

Early November 2026 through January 2027

An employee in this position is responsible for collection of loose leaves throughout the City of Reidsville. This includes bagged leaves, and vacuuming leaves with our specialty truck. Use of a leaf blower, rake and other tools associated with general labor work is required.Employee must possess a working knowledge of the methods and techniques applied in general labor work.

• Knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment utilized in the area of assigned work.
• Must work cooperatively as a team member and respond courteously to citizens.
• Employee must possess the ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and supervisors.
• Background check, pre-employment drug screen, and physical required.
• EOEWorking knowledge of standard hand tools, operation of light equipment, and materials used in assigned work is preferred.