What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airport Laborer position at City of La Crosse?
The City of La Crosse is seeking to hire temporary summer laborers at the La Crosse Regional Airport. It is the responsibility of the La Crosse Regional Airport to provide daily air service to the 7 Rivers Region ensuring robust economic development, supporting regional employers, and providing quality leisure travel options for the region’s residents. These temporary positions will work approximately 40 hours per week with standard hours of Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Starting wage is $17.00 per hour. Positions to start 5/4/2026 and end 8/28/2026. Positions are limited term and do not acquire benefits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct tasks such as mowing, landscaping & weed control
- Assists with painting
- Light janitorial duties
- General labor/maintenance
- Assist with projects & other day to day work
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required
- Must be able to pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check for airport badging
Physical and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
- Ability to walk/stand majority of the day
- Ability to communicate effectively with department personnel and general public
- Ability to exert physically demanding work, typically involving a combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
- Motivated, responsible, and have excellent time management skills
Applications are accepted until April 19, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application by visiting the City of La Crosse website and clicking on City Services, then clicking Career Opportunities or by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi. Interviews will be held the week of April 27th for qualified candidates.
City of La Crosse Human Resources Department
400 La Crosse Street
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7595
Visit our website at www.cityoflacrosse.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace