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Drop-Off-Site/Sanitation Laborer

City of West Allis, West Allis, WI, United States


Description
Join the City of West Allis's Department of Public Works in a hands‑on, entry‑level position where you'll receive full training, gain broad exposure to public works operations, and learn skills that directly support essential city services. This role offers CDL training reimbursement and provides meaningful, community‑impacting work across streets, sanitation, and infrastructure maintenance.

Why you'll love this role

Meaningful work that directly impacts residents and neighborhoods

Outdoor, active work environment across all seasons

What you'll do

Assist at residential drop‑off sites

Build, deliver, and maintain refuse and recycling carts

Support bulk and brush collection crews

Assist crewmembers on garbage and recycling routes

Pick up litter on boulevards and along city fence lines

Work with asphalt, crack sealing, and concrete crews to repair streets, sidewalks, and lots

Cut and trim grass on city‑owned properties, culverts, and ditches

Perform winter snow and ice control using a pickup truck with a plow blade

Work outdoors continuously in all weather conditions and seasons

Assist with general street, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer maintenance

Support tree and landscaping maintenance

Assist with streetlight and traffic maintenance

Support emergency response efforts such as storms, flooding, and natural disasters

Assist in concrete finishing: digging, grading, setting forms for pavement, curbs, and sidewalks

Perform routine maintenance of sanitary sewer mains, catch basins, and manholes

Operate equipment used in construction and maintenance

Assist in building storm sewers, catch basins, and sanitary manholes

Complete asphalt crack‑filling and pothole repair

Carry out manual and semi‑skilled labor duties across DPW as assigned

Maintain reliable attendance and accurate communication

Maintain the ability to legally operate a designated motor vehicle

What you bring

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Ability to obtain CDL (Class B or C with air brakes) within 1 year of hire

Physical labor experience preferred but not required

Why Work for Us
As you take care of our city, we'll take care of you! We offer valuable benefits and perks, including:

Health & Wellness:

City covers 88% of the medical premium (HRA plan).

FREE dental insurance.

FREE life insurance.

FREE long‑term disability coverage.

Retirement:

Participate in Wisconsin's Retirement Fund with 7% city contribution.

Generous Time Off:

Up to 25 days annually to start.

Holiday pay (up to 9 days).

Professional Growth:

Paid training – we invest in our employees!

Tuition reimbursement.

Educational bonuses for certifications/training completed on city time.

Opportunities for advancement.

Financial Perks:

Student loan repayment program.

Federal loan forgiveness.

Annual salary increases.

Culture & Extras:

Paid employee recognition programs.

Employee wellness program.

Employee assistance program.

Pet insurance.

Employee events and more!

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