About the Department

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Primary Duties/Brief Description of Work:
This Laborer position will be responsible for performing cleaning maintenance on the City's infrastructure. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: dead animal removal, litter collection, island cleaning, and central business district cleaning. This employee will be required to set up work zones as well as work special events such as Fun Fourth and Get Down Downtown, etc. Seasonal duties include participation in the Snow and Ice Removal Program. The successful applicant will be required to use shovels, rakes, brooms, backpack blowers, weed eaters, and other small tools. This position requires working in and around traffic and heavy equipment. This employee must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. The City of Greensboro pays employees bi-weekly, and the position requires a flexible schedule based on business needs, with a Maximum of up to 1,000 hours each year. A flexible schedule with little or no notice, and may include weekends, nights, or holidays. This employee will be assigned to the snow and ice removal program and will be subject to working 12-hour shifts during winter or other weather-related events. This employee must have good attendance. The physical duties include: standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and heavy lifting up to 50 pounds. Work is performed outside in all weather conditions, as well as maintaining a reliable means of contact, such as home or cellular telephone (to remain in this position). This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Important Information About Roster Positions:

Thank you for considering a roster position with the City of Greensboro! These positions are an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our community. Please review the details below to ensure you understand the nature of roster employment:

• Hourly Employment: Roster positions are paid hourly and do not include benefits such as medical, dental, or vision insurance, life insurance, paid leave, or paid holidays.
• Limited Hours: Roster employees may work up to, but no more than, 1,000 hours in a 12-month period.  
• Pension System: Roster positions are not eligible for membership in the city’s pension system.

While roster positions do not include benefits, they are often a pathway to full-time, benefited employment with the City. Many of our current full-time employees started in roster positions, and we encourage you to explore this opportunity as a potential first step in your career with us.

We value the contributions of all our team members and look forward to welcoming dedicated individuals who share our commitment to serving the community

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
  • "OR" an equivalent combination of education and experience working in and around traffic and heavy equipment, performing cleaning and maintenance on the City's infrastructure, or directly related experience.
• Valid Class B Driver's license

An Ideal Candidate Would Also Possess (Preferred Qualifications):

• Tanker Endorsement License