Storm Water Laborer

provo; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 31,685,000 - 44,083,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Peaks Ice Arena admission

Free Provo City Library Card

Discounts from local/national vendors

Job summary

Provo City Public Works is seeking seasonal summer laborers to provide cleaning and maintenance work for the Storm Water Division. Pay is $18.00 hourly, with seasonal employment running through late fall.

The team will perform tasks including ditch cleaning, pipe laying, flood response, river/channel cleaning, and concrete finishing. Hours are 8–10 per day, Monday through Thursday, with a 25-hour scheduled week and start as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Any training or experience demonstrating an ability to perform the work.
• Physical strength and agility.
• Ability to follow directions and communicate with the public in a courteous manner.
• A knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and equipment required by the position.
• Valid, lawful driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Clean ditches and lay pipe.
• Respond to storm flooding and maintain channels.
• Pour and finish concrete.
• Operate and care for pumps and pump stations as needed.
• Clean storm drain boxes and inlets.
• Assist other crew members as directed and perform related tasks.

Skills

Physical strength

Follow directions

Public communication

Valid driver's license

Tools

Backhoe

Boom truck

Jet machine

Weed burner

Job description

Position Title: Storm Water Laborer

Job Posting Closing Date: 09/09

Provo City Public Works is seeking seasonal summer laborers to provide cleaning and maintenance work for the Storm Water Division. Qualified, civic-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $18.00 hourly depending upon skill level and experience. Payment will be made by direct deposit.

Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive these great benefits: a) free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating; b) a free Provo City Library Card; and c) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

• Clean ditches.
• Lay pipe.
• Respond to storm flooding.
• Clean river and flood control channels.
• Pour and finish concrete.
• Clean storm drain boxes and inlets.
• Perform minor maintenance on pumps and pump stations.
• Spray and burn ditch banks.
• Perform other duties relating to irrigation maintenance.
• May be required to operate a backhoe, boom truck, jet machine, and weed burner.
• Assist other crew members as needed/directed and perform other related work as required.

What requirements do I need to apply?

• Any training or experience which would demonstrate an ability to perform the work.
• Physical strength and agility.
• Ability to follow directions and communicate with the public in a courteous manner.
• A knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and equipment required by the position.
• Valid, lawful driver's license.

What are the hours and duration?

8 - 10 hours per day, Monday - Thursday. Specific schedule to be discussed during interviews. This position will begin as soon as possible and run through approximately Nov 30, 2025.

What are the physical and environmental factors?

This work requires burning weeds, bending, carrying, occasional heavy lifting, loading, digging holes, and other excavations; and exposure to adverse weather conditions, working in the river, high noise levels, and pesticides.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on September 10, 2026 . Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Position Type:

Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Scheduled Hours:

25