Public Works Laborer

Join a community rich in history and purpose. New Milford—alongside neighboring River Edge and Teaneck—is home to the historic New Bridge Landing, a pivotal Revolutionary War site where General George Washington led his troops during a critical 1776 retreat. Today, this same spirit of resilience and service continues to define our community as we seek dedicated professionals to help shape its future. Public Works Laborer Borough of New Milford Department of Public Works New Milford, New Jersey Position Summary The Public Works Laborer performs a wide variety of manual labor, maintenance, construction, repair, and emergency response duties in support of the Borough's public infrastructure and facilities. Employees in this position are responsible for maintaining roads, stormwater systems, sanitary sewer systems, public buildings, parks, grounds, trees, and municipal equipment while providing essential services to residents throughout the year. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Sewer and stormwater maintenance Roadway and infrastructure maintenance Tree and grounds maintenance Building and facility maintenance/cleaning Snow and ice control Emergency response Equipment operation and maintenance Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Valid New Jersey Driver's License. Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL, class "B" with tanker endorsement. Ability to perform strenuous physical labor in varying weather conditions. Preferred Qualifications CDL class "B", landscaping, building construction, concrete or paver construction, equipment operation, wastewater certifications. Physical Requirements Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, and lifting. Ability to lift to 75 pounds. Working Conditions Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to traffic, weather extremes, sewer environments, construction hazards, and emergency situations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Agupdate