Laborer

Dutchess County Department of Public Works

Salary: $20.79 per hour

This is a temporary/seasonal position in the Dutchess County Department of Public Works. The work involves

responsibility for the performance of general laboring or construction tasks, which requires physical endurance and a

willingness to perform arduous tasks at times in inclement weather. The incumbent generally uses hand and power

tools to perform the work but may occasionally operate automotive equipment under close supervision of a qualified

operator. An employee in this title may be required to work hours other than in the normal work week, including

evenings, weekends and holidays. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a working supervisor or a

similar title and at time.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Performs a variety of manual labor tasks subject to inclement weather conditions and often in an unpleasant

environment; Performs a variety of unskilled maintenance and cleaning tasks such as repairing and moving office

furniture and equipment, replacing light bulbs, washing walls, polishing floors and cleaning bathrooms; Rakes and

shovels asphalt to patch potholes or assist in the paving of roads; Loads and unloads trucks; Manually excavates and

backfills for construction and repairs; Cleans streets, park areas, culverts and basins; Charges mixing machines with

cement, sand, stone; May perform a variety of groundskeeping tasks including cutting grass, trimming shrubs and

trees, raking leaves, cutting brush, spading flower beds; Works as helper on a snow plow or sander; Assists in the

installation, maintenance, and repair of sidewalks or other projects by shoveling, jack hammering, laying forms, and

pouring cement; Assists in cleaning sewers and catch basins and in laying pipe and building catch basins; Assists in

soil and rock excavation; Assists with tree planting, removal and weed cutting; Assists in the installation and

maintenance of traffic signs and markings, and in bridge construction and maintenance; Participates in snow and ice

control activities; May assist in painting signs, bridges or other structures and facilities; May assist in the

maintenance and repair of buildings; May operate motor equipment in the performance of duties;

When assigned to Department of Public Works Parks Division may also perform the following:

Supports and participates in recreational programs in parks; Assists in maintaining park cleanliness; Patrols parks to

prevent vandalism, trespassing and violation of park regulations; Provides information and assistance to park

patrons; May direct traffic in parks.

When assigned to Department of Public Works Buildings Division may also perform the following:

Assists with replacing fixtures, ballasts, starters, wall switches, plugs, cover clips, etc.; Unloads delivery trucks and

distributes supplies; Paints, statins and varnishes interior and exterior surfaces as directed.

When assigned to Department of Public Works Aviation Division may also perform the following:

Patrols airport property; Performs security checks.

When assigned to Department of Public Works Auto Service Center may also perform the following:

Receives on the job training in automotive, construction equipment, and/or fire equipment mechanics; Assists

department staff in performing preventive maintenance work on automobiles, fire apparatus, highway construction

and maintenance equipment, including checking fluids, changing oil, changing filters, inspecting and repairing

brakes, greasing components and performing tune-ups; Assists in the repair of gasoline and diesel engines, including

the repair or replacement of electrical, hydraulic, cooking drive train, braking, steering and fuel system components;

Assists in the assembly and disassembly of automotive, construction and/or fire equipment; Keeps shop, tools and

equipment in a clean and safe operating condition; Assists in fueling, cleaning and moving vehicles within the Auto

Service Center facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None are required.

FOR EMPLOYMENT TO DUTCHESS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:

1. Must be 18 years old at time of appointment.
2. Must be a resident of Dutchess County.

NOTE: An appointing authority may require the possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.

FINGERPRINTING: A fingerprint supported background investigation is required before an appointment is
made to some positions. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law, the Division of Criminal Justice Services

requires that a fee accompany each such request for a search. It is due once a job offer is made and accepted by the

applicant.

Recruitment will be posted until all positions are filled.

Apply online at www.dutchessny.gov/jobs,

OR

Download an application from www.dutchessny.gov/jobs,

and mail it to the Dutchess County Department of Human Resources,

22 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

An EEO/AA Employer

Posted: 2/17/2026