Street Department Laborer

City of Frostburg•Frostburg, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Street Department Laborer role is primarily responsible for the collection and transportation of garbage. Additional duties include assisting with general maintenance and repair of streets, the sewer system, and stormwater infrastructure, as well as snow removal operations. This position involves primarily outdoor work and regular exposure to varying weather conditions. Uniforms are provided by the City of Frostburg. The employee will be expected to be on call for certain times of the year.

Requirements

HS diploma, GED or equivalent.
Current Driver's License (any state) or equivalent.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
Perform heavy manual tasks for an extended period of time.
Able and willing to learn a variety of unskilled and skilled labor tasks for job progression.
Ability to effectively communicate using written and oral English language.

Nice To Haves

A valid CDL is preferred or eligible and able to obtain CDL within first six months.

Responsibilities

Collect garbage.
Operate trucks and equipment of various sizes and weights.
Perform ground maintenance, including mowing and weed trimming, on City-owned properties.
Assist with City tree trimming.
Perform snow removal operations on City streets and parking areas.
Perform general labor related to maintenance and construction activities, including loading and unloading heavy materials and equipment.
Perform routine inspections of equipment and tools.
Other duties as assigned by Street Department Supervisor.