Laborer

Municipality of Norristown • Norristown, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level position in the Municipality of Norristown’s Public Works Department involving manual work, usually of a repetitive nature. Work includes routine tasks using manual tools and occasional use of smaller power-operated tools. Assignments span a variety of municipal activities and may involve light or heavy physical labor, indoor or outdoor work, and working alone or in groups, depending on the assignment. Work may be performed in adverse weather conditions.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, represented by Laborers Local 57. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; summer hours are 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The hourly wage is $22.49.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license; CDL Class A or ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and basic labor practices.
• Ability to follow written and/or oral directives.
• Ability to perform varied assignments for prolonged periods, including under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to continuously stand and walk.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Successful background check required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks, often of a repetitive nature.
• Use manual tools and occasionally smaller power-operated tools.
• Carry out a wide variety of municipal assignments involving light or heavy physical labor.
• Work indoors or outdoors, alone or with a group, as required by the assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED