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Public Works Laborer

City of Fort Wright, KY
Covington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025 CLOSED ON 2/10/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works Laborer position at City of Fort Wright, KY?

The City of Fort Wright is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of full-time Public Works Laborer. The individual in this position will be responsible for duties that range from manual labor to skilled tasks and will report directly to the Public Works Director.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a demonstrated proficiency in the operation of power tools & heavy machinery, and excellent customer service abilities. He or she must also be able to bend, lift and move items in excess of 50 pounds several times a day, work outside in adverse weather conditions, and work some weekends and on-call. This individual will also be responsible for duties including, but not limited to the maintenance, repair, and construction of city streets, sidewalks, public buildings & property, city vehicles; mowing of public rights of ways and public property; installation of traffic signs; plowing and salting city streets; litter abatement; the maintenance and upkeep of various Parks & the South Hills Civic Center; oversee work release program participants on occassion; and other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate should possess minimally – a High School Diploma or equivalency, supplemented by previous work experience; a valid driver's license; a valid Commercial Driver's License (preferred but not required); and a demonstrated proficiency in the operation of heavy equipment and power tools.

Salary Range (DOQ) is $46,162.58 to $62,083.53, plus occasional over-time. EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE provided, which currently includes the following:

  • Employer provided Medical w HSA, Dental, and Vision Package or Health Insurance Waiver Incentive
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Uniforms Provided.
  • On-site Fitness Facility
  • Longevity Pay
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Cellular Phone Stipend
  • Life Insurance Benefits
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
  • Lower .99% Payroll Tax Rate
  • Social Security Tax Exempt
  • KY CERS Non-Hazardous Duty Retirement

Applications should be submitted along with your resume to COFW Public Works Dept, Attn: Jeff Bethell, 409 Kyles Lane, Fort Wright, KY 41011 or via email

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. Applications accepted until vacancy is filled.

Salary : $46,163 - $62,084

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