Public Works Road Worker (Set, Daytime Schedule)

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking community as a Public Works Road Worker, where your skills in heavy equipment operation and road maintenance will directly contribute to the safety and functionality of the local infrastructure. This full-time position offers a stable schedule and the chance to work alongside a dedicated team that values collaboration and camaraderie. Enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits while making a positive impact in a bike-friendly, picturesque environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply now and be part of a team committed to service and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with road maintenance and construction tools.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain streets, roads, and drainage systems for community safety.
• Operate heavy equipment for road repair and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Road maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Road maintenance tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Do you possess a CDL, enjoy running heavy equipment, and need a steady income with a set schedule? Join our team at Ferguson Township as a full-time Public Works Road Worker! This outdoor role involves maintaining and repairing roads using heavy equipment. We offer competitive pay at $20.07 per hour to start with excellent benefits and a chance to contribute to the community's infrastructure. You'll work as part of a dedicated crew where strong teamwork and good camaraderie are key-our working groups take pride in supporting one another and getting the job done right.

Let us introduce ourselves

Ferguson Township, home to more than 19,000 residents and located close to downtown State College and the Pennsylvania State University in beautiful Centre County Pennsylvania, is known as a bike-friendly community, has a natural, pastoral beauty, and has been ranked as the fifth best suburb in Pennsylvania. When asked what they enjoy most about living in Ferguson Township, residents said they appreciate the Township's farmland and open spaces, as well as its safe neighborhoods. They also love the Township's municipal parks, culture, and diversity.

Your day to day as a PUBLIC WORKS ROAD WORKER

As a Public Works Road Worker at Ferguson Township, you will be an integral part of a road crew, supporting the Township's infrastructure and public safety. Your responsibilities will include maintaining streets, roads, drainage systems, and equipment to ensure they are safe and functional for residents. You'll operate heavy equipment and perform a variety of road repair and maintenance tasks in the field. Your work will directly impact the safety and efficiency of our community's infrastructure. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a skilled and dedicated team while contributing to the Township's commitment to service, reliability, and operational excellence.

What we're looking for in a PUBLIC WORKS ROAD WORKER

To succeed as a Public Works Road Worker at Ferguson Township, you should have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (Class B minimum). You'll need hands-on experience or proficiency with road maintenance and construction tools and equipment. A strong work ethic, the ability to follow instructions, and a commitment to teamwork are essential. Reliability, physical stamina, and a focus on safety will help you thrive in this role.

Please review the job description for specific requirements.

Make your move

We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and integrity, submit your resume today!

The work environment is accessible and inclusive. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. If any accommodations are required for the application process, please contact Human Resources at 814-238-4651 to discuss possible adjustments.

Ferguson Township is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We seek to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, pregnancy, parental status, sex (including gender, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation), disability, marital status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, past or present military service, or other non-merit factor.

***What current and former employees are saying about working at Ferguson Township***

"Everybody is incredibly friendly and helpful, which I appreciate. It makes everyone's job easier and more pleasant."

"The physical environment is quite satisfactory - very nice accommodations, and any issues that arise are addressed quickly. Fellow department and township employees are friendly and helpful."

"I think that Ferguson provides an inclusive environment and a positive work culture where employees are free to feel like individuals. The employee engagement events are a great way to help reinforce this, and provide employees from different departments to interact with each other which I really like."

"A great culture of professionalism and friendliness to support the work being done."

"Yes, [I feel comfortable asking questions and seeking help from colleagues] and I am encouraged to get to know more about what my colleagues do so we can collaborate."

"I enjoyed all of the employee engagement activities that I participated in! I felt there was a good mix of activities and there was always something to look forward to."

"What do I like most about working here? I enjoy my coworkers and working with the community/public."

A conditional offer of employment will be made to the successful candidate pending a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check.