Laborer

Department: Public Works

Reports to: Assistant Public Works Director

Classification: Full Time - Grade 2

Effective Date: August 2026

The Public Works Laborer is under the supervision of the Assistant Public Works Director. Work performed in maintenance and construction tasks of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature. May be required to perform responsibilities of Recycle Laborer.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Performs routine repetitive work as part of a crew in collecting garbage and other waste material.
• Works as part of a construction crew in road repair, gravel spreading, ditch digging and center line stripping.
• Responds to collection problems or missed collection on residential routes.
• Helps install and repair drainage tile, mix concrete and assist sign division.
• Removes debris from street right-of-ways and other City property.
• Operates and cleans light equipment such as weedeater, mower and leaf blowers.
• Rakes leaves from City right-of-way, cemeteries and other City property.
• Performs ground maintenance and grave maintenance in city cemeteries.
• Collects garbage from commercial customers not on commercial system.
• Cleans equipment, vehicles, tools and the shop area.
• Assists with snow and ice removal.
• Required to work overtime as needed.
• Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work.
• Skill and ability to use common hand tools.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of City and department rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public.
• Ability to maintain a good attendance record.
• Valid Tennessee Drivers License

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in heavy manual labor and the use of light equipment.
• Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements - Physical demand requirements are at levels for those of active work. Regular performance of heavier tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces; bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching above shoulder level and working in confined spaces; lifting or carrying weights of twenty to fifty pounds and occasionally very heavy items up to one hundred pounds; may involve the complex operation of gasoline, electric or diesel-powered machinery or shop equipment requiring the manipulation of multiple controls. May work in adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory Requirements - Tasks require visual perception and discrimination including color and depth. Tasks require perception and discrimination of odor and sound.