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Seasonal Summer Laborer - Public Works

Job in Ankeny, Polk County, Iowa, 50023, USA
Listing for: City of Ankeny, IA
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Outdoor / Nature, Landscaping, Groundskeeper
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 USD Hourly USD 18.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 2026 Seasonal Summer Laborer - Public Works
The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for two individuals who is interested in performing seasonal manual labor and semi-skilled work in the maintenance of streets, roadways, right-of-ways, and allied landscaped areas.

Starting wage is $18.00/hour

Hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Position begins mid-May 2026 and ends mid-August 2026.  Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Please complete a city employment application online located enyiowa.gov as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

* Performs manual labor as directed including digging, cleaning, hauling and loading.

* Landscapes as directed, including planting and transplanting trees, flowers and shrubs, seeding, laying sod, fertilizing, watering and litter pick up.

* Assists in basic construction work as needed including concrete and dirt work.

* Cleans and maintains division vehicles, equipment, and tools.

* Assists in division building maintenance to keep buildings and grounds clean and neat appearing.

* Occasionally makes pick up or delivery trips for equipment or supplies.

* Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under adverse weather conditions, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.

* Must be at least 18 years of age.

* Shall maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Iowa.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Works in field environment.

* Climbs and walks over uneven terrain.

* Performs outside work in all kinds of weather conditions.

* Operates equipment having varying degrees of noise and vibration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Must be sighted.

* Must be able to hear normal conversation.

* Must be able to turn both hands, and wrists above the head.

* Must be able to kneel, squat, climb, and walk, lie on a creeper and work overhead.

* May be required to stoop, walk and lift 75 pounds.

* Must be able to step up 12 to 18 inches into employer's equipment.

* Must be able to move up and down ladders and stairs.

* Must be able to remove and replace manhole covers with the aid of a lever.

* Must be able to lift, move and use a jackhammer.

* Must be insurable.

* Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.
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