City of Chicago

Overview

The City of Chicago is seeking a Construction Laborer in the Department of Aviation's Facilities Section. This position involves performing physically demanding labor and assisting skilled trades workers on various construction, maintenance, and repair projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepares work sites by digging and backfilling trenches.
• Removes dirt and clears obstructions from around work areas.
• Sets and removes braces and shoring equipment to prevent cave-ins.
• Installs, repairs, and removes concrete and masonry walls.
• Demolishes old pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and catch basins as directed.
• Repairs old pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and catch basins as directed.
• Operates small construction equipment as required.
• Excavates and grades ground for concrete leveling.
• Assists in the construction of scaffolding up to 200 feet high.
• Loads and delivers scaffolding and materials as assigned.
• Operates and maintains various power tools and equipment.
• Mixes and pours concrete as directed.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment from trucks.
• Helps lift and place materials into trenches and below-grade areas.
• Removes materials from worksites as directed.
• Assists skilled trades workers by supplying needed tools and materials.
• Sets up safety measures around work sites.
• Marks work sites and identifies underground utilities.
• Directs traffic around work sites.
• Notifies customers of water service interruptions.

Requirements

• Completion of a Department of Labor Laborer Apprenticeship Program or City of Chicago Laborer Apprenticeship Program.
• At least two years of work experience as a Laborer performing construction work with the City of Chicago.
• At least four years of work experience as a Construction Laborer.
• Requires a valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
• Must pass a Ground Motor Vehicle Operating Regulation Basic Driving test within six months of hire.
• Must pass a background check and Security Threat Assessment.

Additional Information

• Location: AMB Building-Building 891, 11601 W. Touhy Ave.
• Days and hours vary based on seniority and operational needs.
• Position is in the career service.