Laborer
Des Moines Public Schools
Laborer
This position provides labor to assist the operations department in a variety of tasks, some of which are listed as part of essential functions below. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the operations department.
Essential Functions:
- Carry out all the policies and procedures set forth by the Facility Services.
- Provide prompt, courteous, and excellent service.
- Work under the direction of the labor foreman.
- Provide labor to repair grounds, repair/install fences, etc.
- Assist in installation and repair of playground equipment.
- Trim/remove trees and plants on district property.
- Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to skid loader, dump truck and front end loader.
- Remove snow using truck with plow.
- Perform small engine work.
- Pour and finish concrete.
- Perform blacktop work, fertilize and seed ground, maintain ball fields, lays sod, move furniture, install/maintain signs, and haul trash.
- Perform metal fabrication including but not limited to stick/mig welding, plasma cutting and basic fabrication skills.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing with the English language.
- Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
Additional Essential Functions (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned
Physical Requirements: Constant standing. Frequent walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing/stairs. Constant lifting up to 100 lbs and occasional carrying up to 20 ft. Occasional use of telephone and computer.
Working Conditions: Frequent inside, outside, and exposure to extremes of temperature/humidity
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By: EN
Date: 4/2026
Employee Benefits Information
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.
$15.5 - $16.5 per hour
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