Road Worker

City of Owensboro; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Group life insurance

Wellness program

CERS retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Owensboro is seeking a dedicated worker to support construction and road maintenance. The role involves handling asphalt, dirt, and concrete, maintaining street signs, and assisting concrete crews using various equipment.

A valid driver license is required, with CDL Class B or higher due within 11 months. Starting pay is $21.5335/hr with benefits including health and life insurance, wellness program, and retirement through Kentucky Systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of related road work, labor, equipment operation, or similar work experience.
• Valid driver license required; CDL Class B or higher within 11 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and road work.
• Assist with forming, placing, and finishing concrete.
• Maintain street and traffic signs.
• Drive and operate equipment and vehicles.
• Load trucks and transport construction materials.
• Conduct minor maintenance on heavy trucks.
• Perform snow and water removal as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Basic road construction

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B (within 11 months)

Job description

This position supports construction and road maintenance activities by working with materials such as asphalt, dirt, and concrete. The role contributes to the upkeep of city infrastructure by maintaining street and traffic signs, assisting concrete crews, and operating various types of equipment and vehicles. The employee helps ensure safe and efficient public roadways and supports seasonal operations, including snow and water removal.

Duties include performing construction and road work; assisting with forming, placing, and finishing concrete; maintaining street and traffic signs; driving and operating equipment and vehicles; loading trucks; transporting construction materials; conducting minor maintenance on heavy trucks; and performing snow and water removal as needed.

High school diploma or GED, and 6 months of work-related experience in road work, general labor, equipment operation, or a similar position. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is acceptable. A valid driver's license is required; a valid CDL, Class B or higher, is required within 11 months of employment.

Starting pay is $21.5335/hr. Benefits provided include, but are not limited to, health insurance, group life insurance, a wellness program, and CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems. Paid time off includes vacation, sick time, and holidays (for eligible employees).