What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer/Maintenance Helper position at City of Owensboro?
Description
Performs general labor and maintenance work to enhance public works operations.
Starting pay $19.4342/hr.
Provided Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To:
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To:
QUALIFICATIONS (Required at time of application:
Supplemental Information
Application deadline is September 15, 2026.
The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA-M/F/V/D
ADA accommodations may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.
Provided Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To:
Health Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Wellness Program
Retirement
Paid Time Off Includes, But Is Not Limited To:
Vacation
Sick Time
Holidays (for eligible employees)
Benefits are subject to change.
01
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Do you have a valid CDL, Class B or higher? (Required within 11 months of employment).
Are you certified in Adult and Child CPR and First Aid? (certifications required immediately after hire).
Performs general labor and maintenance work to enhance public works operations.
Starting pay $19.4342/hr.
Provided Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To:
- Health insurance
- Group life insurance
- Wellness program
- CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems
- Vacation
- Sick time
- Holidays (for eligible employees)
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To:
- Cleans and cuts drainage ditches by mowing, trimming grass, tree/limb/debris removal, drainage work, removing trash, weeding, etc.
- Performs routine and preventative maintenance on streets, street signs, property, facilities, stormwater drainage ways, and/or equipment to ensure proper condition
- Drives and operates various vehicles and equipment
- Performs snow and water removal
QUALIFICATIONS (Required at time of application:
- High school diploma or GED OR
- 3 months of experience as Laborer or similar position (equipment operations preferred)
- Valid driver's license
- Valid CDL, Class B or higher, required within 11 months of employment
Supplemental Information
Application deadline is September 15, 2026.
The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA-M/F/V/D
ADA accommodations may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.
Provided Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To:
Health Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Wellness Program
Retirement
Paid Time Off Includes, But Is Not Limited To:
Vacation
Sick Time
Holidays (for eligible employees)
Benefits are subject to change.
01
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid CDL, Class B or higher? (Required within 11 months of employment).
- Yes
- No
Are you certified in Adult and Child CPR and First Aid? (certifications required immediately after hire).
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Salary : $19