Seasonal - Laborer Utilities (Water/Wastewater)

Seasonal Utilities Laborer (Water/Wastewater) – City of Carmel

Are you looking for a hands-on role with flexible hours this summer? Join the City of Carmel’s seasonal team and help support essential water and wastewater operations. We’re seeking dependable, detail-oriented individuals who enjoy working outdoors and contributing to meaningful community projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform a variety of manual labor tasks including painting, cleaning, digging, sweeping, landscaping, and drilling
• Assist with daily department operations and project support
• Help install and manage temporary traffic control measures
• Load, unload, and transport equipment and materials
• Operate tools and machinery such as mowers, power tools, and utility equipment
• Clean, maintain, and inspect vehicles, tools, and equipment after use
• Report any defects or repair needs to supervisors
• Maintain basic records of work activities and inventory
• Run job-related errands and assist team members as needed
• Follow all safety procedures, including confined space, trenching, and lockout/tagout standards

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Indiana driver’s license (preferred)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work within established guidelines
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to operate or learn a variety of equipment (e.g., dump truck, forklift, tractor, hand and power tools)
• Willingness to perform physically demanding work, including lifting 20–50 lbs regularly (up to 100 lbs occasionally)
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Strong attention to detail and reliability in completing tasks

Be part of a team that keeps the city running—apply today and make an impact this summer!

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