Laborer Sewers Division

Under immediate supervision, perform routine manual labor related to construction, maintenance, and repair activities within the Public Works - Sewer Maintenance Division.

• High school graduation or GED.
• Valid Iowa driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility (preferred).
• Class B CDL preferred.
• Candidates must pass a post-employment offer background check, physical examination, and drug screen.

Please note:

Although a CDL‑B driver’s license is not a minimum requirement, applicants with a CDL‑B may be selected to utilize it. If selected and agree to use CDL, salary will be CIPEC Range 18 Step 4 and $30.94/hr they will be required to meet DOT regulations, including pre‑employment drug and alcohol screen and inclusion in random DOT drug/alcohol testing pool.

Include Motor Vehicle Record with application if you possess an out‑of‑state license.

• Perform manual labor such as repairing concrete and asphalt pavement, digging trenches and post holes, loading/unloading materials, equipment, and supplies; backfill ditches, manholes, and complete other required activities to assist construction crews.
• Repair and maintain roadways, rights‑of‑ways, sidewalks, and various infrastructure elements to ensure upkeep of the City’s infrastructure.
• Maintain traffic control markings and devices.
• Assist with sanding, snow removal, and flood control efforts.
• Occasionally operate pneumatic power tools, hand tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and use protective gear (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses) to reduce injury risks, including installing barricades for traffic control and safety.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

• Entry level

• Temporary

• Other

• Government Administration