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CONSTRUCTION WORKER I-III

Town of Chapel Hill
Town of Chapel Hill Salary
Chapel Hill, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described here. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned that are not specifically spelled out in this job description, but which may be reasonably considered to require similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.   

Summary of Position:

Perform construction and maintenance work in support of the goals and mission of the Construction Program in the Public Works Department.

Construction Worker I    Grade  N06    $42,475.00 – $55,217.00

Construction Worker II   Grade  N08    $46,828.00 – $61,336.00

Construction Worker III  Grade  N09    $49,170.00  -   $63,921.00

What you can expect to be doing (Essential Functions):

•Performs masonry work including mixing mortar, digging, setting forms, pouring concrete, etc.

  • Operates and maintains equipment and hand tools.

•Assists with inclement weather and special event response.

•Assists in traffic control measures to provide a safe work zone, including proper placement of signs and cones.

  • Serves on the rotating on-call schedule.

•Completes other tasks as assigned.

Do you supervise or not?

  • Construction Worker I and II: This position has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
  • Construction Worker III may occasionally lead small teams in minor activities.

What are the physical demands?

  • Work is performed in the field, involving standing, walking, bending, crouching, climbing, and stooping with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions.
  • Regular exposure to outdoor weather is required. The role demands use of equipment requiring fine motor skills and includes periodic heavy lifting—occasionally up to 100 pounds, frequently 10–25 pounds, or consistently 20–50 pounds.
  • Operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
  • Work occasionally requires exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to extreme heat (non-weather). 
  • Exposure to the risk of electrical shock, exposure to vibration, and will be required to wear personal protective equipment.
  • Work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Where and how do you work?

The work is typically performed in a variety of environments and locations involving high heat, extreme temperatures, difficult terrain, and varying heights, confined spaces, limited visibility, and hazardous atmospheres. 

What do you need to know to do this job effectively?

Knowledge

All levels:

  • Construction Worker I – No knowledge of general construction methods and practices required.
  • Construction Worker II – Basic construction methods and/or practices of sidewalk and retaining wall maintenance. Familiar with concrete and brick pavers
  • Construction Worker III – Skilled construction methods and/or practices of sidewalk and retaining wall maintenance. Familiar with concrete and brick pavers 

Ability to 

All levels:

• Read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.

• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing);

•   Perform routine assignments with a team

  •Work a flexible schedule including holidays, weekends, and inclement weather on an as needed basis.

  • Work on the rotating on-call schedule

• Model behaviors that are consistent with the Town’s values of RESPECT.

Construction Worker II:

• Work independently or with teams to perform routine assignments.

• Occasionally operate light equipment.


Construction Worker III:

• Perform skilled tasks. 

  • operate various equipment related to the program.
  • perform preventive maintenance on equipment

What is education and/or experience do you need to be considered for this job? 

Experience:

  • Construction Worker I – No experience required.
  • Construction Worker II – At least one year of job-related experience.
  • Construction Worker III – At least three years of job-related experience.

Education: 

  • Construction Worker I – No high school diploma or equivalency is required.
  • Construction Worker II-III – High school diploma or equivalent, or the ability to obtain one, is required.

What are the safety considerations for this job?

  • You will be subject to the Drug and Alcohol-free Workplace policy.
  • You will be subject to the Safe Driving and Accident Policy.  

Here is other information you should know about the position:

  • All Levels – Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Construction Worker II/III – Successful completion or ability to readily obtain the work zone traffic control certification.  

• Construction Worker III – Possession of or ability to readily obtain a minimum of a Class B CDL issued by the State of North Carolina.   Successful completion or ability to readily obtain the Competent Person Certification in Shoring and Trenching or Confined Space Training.   

The Town of Chapel Hill has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.


The Town of Chapel Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Salary : $42,475 - $63,921

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