Public Works Technician

Inframark, LLC; Charles (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holidays

Wellness plan

Job summary

Inframark, LLC, is hiring a Public Works Technician in Vidalia, GA. The role involves performing grounds maintenance, operating municipal equipment, and supporting community infrastructure in all weather conditions.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED (or vocational training), basic landscape experience, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers benefits and growth opportunities within a dedicated municipal team.

Qualifications

• Six months landscape experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED or specialized vocational training required.
• Valid state driver’s license and minimum driving standards required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as backhoes, jackhammers, lawn mowers, chippers, and other tools in accordance with safety rules.
• Mow and trim assigned property, maintain rights-of-way, and perform grounds maintenance.
• Assist with landscaping, cleaning, and minor maintenance of municipal property and equipment.
• Repair sidewalks, fencing, and drainage structures as directed; support safety compliance and environmental policies.

Skills

Basic math

Machine operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Specialized vocational training

Job description

Inframark O&M Vidalia, 111 Brinson Road, Vidalia, Georgia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Join Inframark: Leading the Way in Water Management

Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team is an award-winning team that delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. We are dedicated to supporting our employees as well as protecting the environment and the communities we serve. You would be empowered to thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment.

Why Work for Inframark?

Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth.

We offer an attractive salary package,

• health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• sick leave
• holidays
• wellness plan

Inframark is hiring a Public Works Technician to join our team. You will be performing manual labor and operating departmental equipment. We would ask you to perform grounds maintenance duties, including mowing right of way and maintaining municipal property.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as backhoes, jackhammers, chain saws, lawn mowers, chippers, leaf machines, weed eaters, concrete saws, paint strippers, or tractors with bush hogs in compliance with OSHA and ESG safety regulations.
• Mow and trim assigned property; remove brush, tree limbs, and leaves with chipper and leaf machines; clean alleys and rights-of-way; trim hedges and sidewalks.
• Plant and fertilize trees, shrubs and flowers as directed spray for weeds in flower beds and on lawns.
• Perform cleaning tasks in assigned area, such as sweeping, mopping, emptying trash receptacles, cleaning grit screens or grates, picking up trash/debris, or hauling refuse and recycling material to landfill.
• Repair sidewalks and other concrete areas; resurface and repair roadways; maintain roadway curbs, crosswalks, and stop bars; finish concrete; clear roadways of debris.
• Performs minor building repairs, including minor electrical and plumbing repairs and/or painting tasks; assist with maintenance of departmental equipment; fuel trucks.
• Assist in sodding and landscaping property; assist with storm clean up; repair fences; remove animal carcasses from roadways.
• Clean and repair drainage structures; lay pipelines; expose existing utility lines to aid heavy equipment operator and keep operator away from obstacles
• Assist with the installation, cleaning and maintenance of roadway traffic and informational signs
• Assist with the preparation of public events, festivals, parades and ceremonies, including installation of decorations, assembling stages and structures, and maintaining garbage disposal bins during an event.
• Direct and control traffic at work sites.
• Attend safety classes, reinforce and comply with company safety policies.
• Work harmoniously with ESG employees and the public and comply with all ESG policies.

Qualifications

Prefer six months of landscape experience, high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training. Must have a valid state driver’s license and meet minimum driving standards.

Knowledge of:

• Basic math to include addition and subtraction.

Skills in:

• Handling or using machines, tools, equipment or relevant work aids. Job involves some latitude for judgment regarding attainment of a standard or in selecting appropriate equipment.

Ability to:

• Read simple sentences or instructions; write simple sentences; speak simple sentences using basic grammar.
• Perform semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problem-solving required; requires normal attention for accurate results.

Working conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, bright and/or dim light, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, vibration, fumes or noxious odors. All required safety standards shall be adhered to mitigate risk from moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, animals and wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other identified hazards.

Physical requirements

This position requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending and climbing. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. This position requires very heavy physical exertion including the ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force on a regular basis.

The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required.

The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Employees shall perform all other duties as required .

To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.