LTE Laborer Streets/Recycling

Description

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 5/1/2025 and end 10/30/2025. 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

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