Street Department Laborer

Posted 10 days ago

city of la crosseLa Crosse (WI)

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$18.00 per hour

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About the role

Temporary Summer Laborers The City of La Crosse is seeking to hire temporary summer laborers at the Street Department. It is the responsibility of the Street Department to provide maintenance and repair of streets, snow removal, and oversee the refuse and recycling program. These temporary positions will work 10-40 hours per week depending on availability. Standard operating hours of Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with some weekend and night work. Starting wage is $18.00 per hour. Positions to start 5/1/2026 and end 10/30/2026. Positions are limited term and do not acquire benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform general labor, maintenance & repair such as line painting & lawn care
Perform routine buildings & grounds maintenance such as light janitorial work
Assist at the yard waste site
Assist with construction projects
Vehicle operation
Possible night shifts as a part of a crew.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid motor vehicle operator's license required
Physical and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Ability to walk/stand majority of the day
Ability to communicate effectively with department personnel and general public
Ability to exert physically demanding work, typically involving a combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
Motivated, responsible, and have excellent time management skills
Ability to work in a variety of temperatures and weather
Applications accepted until positions are filled. To be considered, submit an employment application by visiting the City of La Crosse website and clicking on City Services, then clicking Career Opportunities or by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi.

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