Worker II / Public Works bei Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, GA
Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, GA · Athens, · Onsite
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About the Department
Help Keep Athens Moving: Join Our Streets & Drainage Crew
If you like working outdoors, tackling tough jobs, and seeing results you can point to at the end of the day — this is your kind of work.
Join the Athens-Clarke County Public Works – Streets & Drainage Division, and help keep our roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems in top shape. You’ll work side-by-side with a crew that takes pride in doing the job right.
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***CDL Positions HIRING INCENTIVE***
Eligiblenewly hiredcandidates hired into a position requiring a CDL will receive an incremental hiring incentive upon satisfactory job performance after completion of 3, 6, and 12 months of service.Valid Driver’s License: $1,500 one time hiring incentive to be paid in $500 increments (not added to base salary). This is a one-time incentive, and you will not be eligible for an additional incentive when you obtain your required CDL license.
Class A or Class B CDL: $3,000 one time hiring incentive to be paid in $1,000 increments (not added to base salary).
Continuation of this Recruitment/Hiring Incentive Program is subject to available funding and approval by the Manager.
Position Duties
What You’ll Need to Qualify
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of hands-on work experience — construction, landscaping, mechanical, farm, or similar.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to get your Georgia CDL Class B with tanker endorsement within 5 months.
- A strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn and operate heavy equipment safely.
What You’ll Get
- Hiring Bonus: $1,500–$3,000 (depending on license type) — paid in increments as you hit key milestones.
- Steady Weekday Schedule: You’ll work four 10-hour shifts per week (Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday) from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., giving you a consistent routine, long weekends, and opportunities for overtime.
- Full benefits package and paid training.
- Room to grow: Build skills, earn certifications, and advance to higher crew levels.
- Pride in your work: When Athens drives safely or stays dry after a storm — you’ll know you had a hand in it.
- Biweekly pay checks with pay starting at $18.10/hr
Minimum Qualifications
What You’ll Do
- Build and repair streets, sidewalks, curbs, and drainage systems that keep Athens safe and moving.
- Operate trucks, loaders, and power tools to get the job done.
- Lay concrete, brick, and block to build and repair catch basins, walls, and drainage structures.
- Keep your equipment in shape — check fluids, perform light maintenance, and report issues.
- Set up traffic control and keep the work zone safe for everyone.
- Step up during emergencies (storms, floods, or other events) to help restore and protect the community.
Other Qualifications
- Click here for full job description: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/athensclarke/classspecs?keywords=worker%20II
ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or [email protected]. Jetzt bewerben
