Public Works Laborer: Outdoor Fieldwork & Tool Use

Municipality of Norristown

Norristown (Montgomery County)

On-site

CAD 36,000 - 51,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Municipality of Norristown is seeking an entry-level Laborer for the Public Works Department. The role entails performing a variety of municipal tasks, primarily manual labor, with a focus on using hand tools and basic power tools.

The work is outdoors and can involve long periods of standing, walking, and handling heavy loads. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid PA CDL Class A (or obtain within 90 days), and be able to pass a background check.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Valid PA driver’s license: CDL Class A or obtain within 90 days of employment.
Basic knowledge of hand tools and basic practice of labor operations.
Ability to follow written and/or oral directives.
Ability to perform a wide variety of assignments often for prolonged periods of time and under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to continuously stand and walk; lift and carry up to 80 lbs.; push and pull up to 40 lbs. frequently.
Successful background check required.

Responsibilities

This is an entry level position which requires manual work usually of a repetitive nature.
Work involves the use of manual tools on routine tasks and occasionally the use of smaller power operated tools.