Public Works Laborer (Full Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $27.07 per hour starting, with step increases

The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 21, 2026.

REPORTS TO: PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT

CLASSIFICATION: NON-EXEMPT (Eligible for overtime pay)

NATURE OF WORK

Under close to general supervision, performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and construction of streets, sanitary and storm sewer systems, landscape, facilities, snow and ice control, truck and equipment maintenance, forestry operations, tree planting, park maintenance, and related public works functions; may provide limited direction to less experienced employees or to temporary and seasonal workers; and does related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares streets for patching and resurfacing; applies asphalt, concrete, gravel, and other materials, which includes hand sweeping of street surfaces, loading and unloading materials, and raking and shoveling of asphalt.
• Assists in a variety of maintenance and construction projects, such as retaining walls, guard rails, curbs, gutters, and catch basins, which includes removing obstructions, such as tree roots; breaking up and removing concrete; constructing forms; and mixing, pouring, and finishing of concrete.
• Cleans, maintains, repairs, and installs sewer lines.
• Operates flushing and rodding equipment under direction.
• Paints and stripes streets, including painting of curb and pavement messages, marking streets for line painting, and cleaning and maintaining equipment, such as stencils, hoses, and spray guns.
• Assists in the fabricating and installing signs.
• Sets up traffic cones and traffic control devices as required.
• May work independently in such areas as street cleaning and debris collection.
• Assists in the general cleaning and maintenance of the Public Works Facilities.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools in connection with the above duties; operates light, motorized equipment, such as pick-ups, flatbeds, dump trucks, jack hammers, and saws.
• May operate larger equipment, such as front-end loaders and rollers for training purposes or in emergencies.
• Works cooperatively with others.
• Required to work overtime during hours outside of the normal workday; Overtime required to drive municipal truck up to 12 hours per day during fall and winter months for leaf collection and snow/ice removal
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
  

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs all other work assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Basic techniques, tools, equipment, and materials used in public works maintenance, construction, and repair work.
• Occupational hazards and safety practices and procedures related to the work.
• Techniques for dealing with the public, City staff, and representatives of contractors in an effective and professional manner.
• Effectively and safely perform a wide variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in the maintenance, construction, and repair of public works infrastructure.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate effectively in writing, orally, and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions.
• Work effectively with other staff and with the public.
• Operate trucks and other light power-driven equipment.
• Perform heavy physical and manual labor.
• Acquire a general knowledge of division policies and safety procedures as related to public works operations.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Take a proactive approach to customer service issues.
• Organize own work, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Work in a safe manner, following established safety practices and procedures.
• Represent the municipality, the department, or the organizational unit effectively in contacts with representatives of other agencies, City departments, and the public.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Driving a variety of vehicles safely.
• Machine operator experience preferred.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years experience in all aspects of construction and maintenance activities.
• Must be able to obtain Pennsylvania Commercial Drivers License Class B with Air Brake endorsement within 6 months of date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the Public Works facility (1250 Lindendale Dr. 15228)within 9 months of date of hire.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• The candidate will be required to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting heavy objects and working in all type of weather conditions. Safety procedures and practices are required, as well as wearing safety equipment.
• Work is performed about 95% outdoors and 5% in the public works facility. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate heavy equipment, hand tools and powered landscaping equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to operate heavy equipment and trucks and be able to be on their feet walking pushing a lawnmower, trimming edges with a trimmer or performing other construction and outdoor work for an entire day. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

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The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

GENERAL DISCLAIMER

I certify that I have given true and complete information in this application process, and it does not contain falsifications, omissions, or concealment of material fact. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application, resume, or interview may result in my employment being terminated.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for Mt. Lebanon to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either Mt. Lebanon or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice, unless change by a written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of Mt. Lebanon.

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Mt. Lebanon will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees:

Benefits: Mt. Lebanon offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, FSA, and deferred compensation.

Retirement:Employees are eligible for a full defined benefit pension at age 60 with 25 years of service (7 year vesting period).

Vacation Leave: Starting at 10 days/year.

Holiday Pay: Mt. Lebanon observes ten (10) paid legal holidays per year.

Sick leave: Eight (8) hours of sick leave accrue per month.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RESUME, PLEASE FILL OUT THISAPPLICATIONAND ATTACH IT IN THE RESUME SECTION. APPLICATIONS OR RESUMES CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 710 WASHINGTON ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228, ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES.

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Mt. Lebanon is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.Mt. Lebanon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.Reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resource Office View email address on ziprecruiter.com.