Vaccuum Truck Helper/Laborer - Stormwater Operations

Vaccuum Truck Helper/Laborer - Stormwater Operations

Salary

$19.69 Hourly

Location

Asheville, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-01966

Department

Public Works

Division

Stormwater Services

Opening Date

09/22/2026

Closing Date

10/6/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Laborer in the Public Works Department. This position is responsible for assisting the operator of the vac-con truck in the day-to-day cleaning of the Stormwater catch basins, pipes, and culverts within the street rights-of-way.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Performing manual labor in support of public works projects
• Following established safety procedures and utilizing safety equipment
• Operating a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects
• Assisting in streets and sidewalk projects, as well as stormwater drainage system construction and maintenance
• Assisting during emergency weather events and other activities, as assigned
• Processing documentation associated with department/division operations
• Performing other related duties as required

Education and Experience

About you:

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:

• High school diploma or GED required
• One year of work experience in maintenance, construction, or building trades
• Valid North Carolina driver's license
• Ability to perform strenuous work under varying weather conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Some positions may require a fingerprint-based SBI background check after a conditional offer and before your start date; HR will provide instructions if applicable.

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About us:

The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched by its diversity.

The City's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment. Applicants will be assured of fair treatment in all aspects of recruitment and selection without regard to a person's age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, genetic information,or disability, except where certain physical and mental requirements are Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications (BFOQ). The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.

The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Employer City of Asheville

Address City of Asheville

PO Box 7148

Asheville, North Carolina, 28802

Phone 828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE

Website http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs