Laborer Trainee

TOWNSHIP OF PLAINSBORO NOTICE OF VACANCY

DATE OF POSTING: April 17, 2026

TITLE: Laborer Trainee
DEPARTMENT: Public Works HOURS: 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday (in-person) ANNUAL SALARY: $41,000 (without CDL); $43,000 (with CDL) DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications accepted until position is filled UNION AFFILIATION: Represented by Teamsters Local 701 EFFECTIVE: Immediately BENEFITS: The Township provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, paid leave, group life insurance and retirement benefits through the State of NJ Division of Pension and Benefits.

As a Laborer/Trainee in the Plainsboro Township Department of Public Works, you will help maintain the excellent quality of life of township residents by maintaining roads, storm drains, parks and recreational facilities, and township buildings. We will provide training for you to perform the following duties: • Operate both light and heavy-duty single axle trucks, backhoe, and loaders for various daily assignments that can include brush collection, leaf collection, snow removal and hauling materials to job sites. • Operate turf mowing equipment and all power attachments required for park, ballfield and landscape maintenance • Wash and service Township vehicles • Maintain municipal rights-of-way and easements; duties include but are not limited to storm drain repairs, cleaning, debris removal, plant and/or prune trees, shrubbery & flowers • Install and repair street and highway signs. • Repair road beds including asphalt, shoulders and storm drainage pipes. Requirements: • Valid driver’s license with good driving record • Must obtain CDL Class A with air brake endorsement or obtain within 1 year of hire. The Township will provide training and reimbursement for the cost of the test, as well as providing opportunities to take the test on Township time. • Ability and desire to work outdoors in all types of weather. • Ability to perform tasks requiring heavy physical labor often for prolonged periods under adverse weather conditions

HOW TO APPLY: Any further clarification and/or questions may be directed to Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applications available online at

THE TOWNSHIP OF PLAINSBORO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER