Crew Member-Concrete 4205

Crew Member-Concrete

Build More Than Concrete. Build Your Career. Build Greensboro.

Join a skilled Transportation crew where you can learn the concrete trade, earn your CDL, develop heavy equipment skills, and build a career serving the Greensboro community.

Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $41,600 - $43,922  Full Salary Range: $41,600 - $59,734

Benefits:

We offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday (6:30a - 5:00p) “or” Tuesday - Friday (6:30a-5:00p)

This is a 40-hour workweek with a 30-minute lunch. The schedule may change during holiday weeks or emergency operations and may require nights, weekends, holidays, or extended hours with little or no notice.

Employees will participate in the City's snow and ice removal program and may be required to work 12-hour shifts during winter weather or other weather-related events.

This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, around traffic and heavy equipment.

Build Greensboro One Project at a Time.

Are you ready to put your hands to work and build something that lasts?  The City of Greensboro is seeking a dependable and motivated Crew Member – Concrete to join our Transportation team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with concrete, asphalt, landscaping, or other outdoor construction experience who wants to develop valuable skills and build a long-term career in public service.

As part of a six-person concrete crew, you'll help construct and maintain sidewalks, gutters, traffic islands, and special projects throughout Greensboro. You'll work alongside experienced team members who will help you develop your skills—from forming and finishing concrete to operating equipment and advancing toward future career opportunities.

Build Your Skills. Build Greensboro. Build Your Future.

The City of Greensboro is looking for a Crew Member – Concrete to join a skilled six-person concrete crew responsible for construction and maintenance projects throughout the community.

This is an entry-level opportunity with room to grow. Whether your background is in concrete, asphalt, landscaping, or another type of outdoor construction, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced crew members and develop hands-on skills that can lead to advancement.

Your work will help create and maintain the infrastructure residents use every day—from sidewalks and gutters to traffic islands and special transportation projects.  And while driving and equipment operation are important parts of the job, this position is much more than driving. You'll be directly involved in concrete construction, forming, finishing, material placement, site preparation, and other hands-on work.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Make a lasting impact: Help build and maintain sidewalks, gutters, traffic islands, and other public infrastructure. 
• Learn from experienced professionals: Work alongside a six-person crew where team members learn from one another. 
• Develop concrete skills: Learn forming, placing, finishing, and other essential concrete construction techniques. 
• Earn your CDL: Develop your commercial driving skills and obtain your required Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement. 
• Expand your equipment skills: As you gain experience, you'll have opportunities to progress into heavy equipment operation. 
• Grow professionally: Take advantage of training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. 
• Build a career—not just a job: Develop the experience needed to pursue higher-level positions within Transportation. 
• Serve your community: See the tangible results of your work throughout Greensboro. 
• Enjoy City benefits: Receive the stability and benefits of a career in public service. 

About the Role:

The Crew Member – Concrete performs hands-on construction and maintenance work supporting the City's street infrastructure and public spaces.  As part of a six-person concrete crew, you will assist with a variety of projects, including sidewalks, gutters, traffic islands, and special projects.  Must maintain a reliable means of communication, such as a home or cellular telephone.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with concrete construction and maintenance projects. 
• Form, place, and finish concrete. 
• Construct and repair sidewalks. 
• Construct and repair gutters. 
• Assist with construction of traffic islands. 
• Support special construction and transportation projects. 
• Operate job-specific equipment and vehicles. 
• Operate single-axle and tandem-axle dump trucks as assigned. 
• Shovel, rake, and lute asphalt when needed. 
• Assist with asphalt maintenance activities. 
• Operate trucks and equipment during the City's snow and ice removal program. 
• Work safely in and around traffic and heavy equipment. 
• Follow verbal and written instructions. 
• Follow established safety procedures and work practices. 
• Maintain dependable attendance. 
• Maintain a reliable means of communication. 
• Perform physically demanding work, including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. 
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
• Participate in emergency operations and extended work schedules as needed. 

What Success Looks Like

During Your First 90 Days, You Will:

• Become familiar with City Transportation procedures and safety expectations. 
• Learn how the concrete crew works together to complete projects. 
• Develop foundational skills in concrete forming and finishing. 
• Demonstrate safe work practices around traffic, equipment, and coworkers. 
• Build proficiency with hand tools and job-specific equipment. 
• Establish dependable attendance and effective communication with your crew. 
• Begin working toward your required Commercial Driver's Permit. 

Within Your First Year, You Will:

• Demonstrate proficiency in basic concrete construction and finishing. 
• Confidently contribute to sidewalk, gutter, traffic island, and special projects. 
• Obtain and maintain your Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement. 
• Develop experience operating heavy equipment as opportunities arise. 
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively during routine, seasonal, and emergency operations. 
• Continue building technical skills that position you for advancement within Transportation. 

We're looking for someone dependable, motivated, willing to learn, and comfortable working outdoors.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience in concrete, asphalt, landscaping, or another type of outdoor construction. 
• Enjoys hands-on work and working with a team. 
• Is dependable and maintains good attendance. 
• Is motivated to learn new skills. 
• Takes pride in producing quality work. 
• Follows safety procedures and instructions. 
• Is comfortable working around traffic and heavy equipment. 
• Is physically capable of performing demanding outdoor work. 
• Is interested in obtaining a CDL and developing equipment skills. 
• Wants to build a long-term career with the City. 

Potential Career Path

This position provides a strong foundation for a career in concrete construction, transportation, equipment operation, and field supervision.  As you gain experience, obtain your CDL, develop equipment skills, and demonstrate leadership potential, you can pursue opportunities for increased responsibility.

Potential Career Progression:  Crew Member – Concrete, Heavy Equipment Operator, Crew Leader, Crew Supervisor, Section Supervisor, Division Manager

You may also explore opportunities in other skilled trades, construction, maintenance, equipment operations, and supervisory positions throughout the City.