Seasonal Employee - Public Works

Position Overview The City of Wauwatosa is much more than an employer - it's a community. The City of Wauwatosa is a progressive, full-service municipal organization. Be a part of a team that strives to find new and better ways to improve our residents' experiences by joining our team for the summer season! Temporary positions are available in the Department of Public Works for the summer season (May through August) and the work schedule is approximately 40 hours per week (based on department needs and weather conditions.) Hours are typically 7:00am - 3:00pm, but may vary based on division. Pay is $16.88 per hour. Positions are available in Street Operation, Parks, Forestry, Landscaping, and Water. Please include what area(s) you are interested in when submitting your application. This position is scheduled to close on 4/10/2026 but may be removed sooner once the hiring needs of the City are met. Essential Functions Responsibilities will vary based on division, but may include: Forestry Division * Maintain shrubs at municipal buildings * Assist Arborists with Forestry operations Parks Division * Mowing and string trimming * Basic custodial tasks: cleaning public restrooms, sweeping, mopping * Garbage & recycling collection * Litter pickup * Low frequency playground inspections Street Operations Division * Assist street crews with concrete and asphalt roadway maintenance * Yard waste collection, which includes an extra $2.00/hour stipend * Public receptacle garbage and recycling collection * Refuse cart repair * Indoor facility maintenance Water Department * Fire hydrant painting and inspection * Water valve operation and inspection * Building and site maintenance * Assist water staff as needed Minimum Requirements * A minimum of 18 years of age * A valid driver's license * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs * Ability to perform manual labor outdoors in all weather conditions * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Additional Information Receives direction and supervision from the division superintendent, supervisor or others as directed by management. N/A 01 Are you 18 years of age or older? * Yes * No 02 Do you possess a valid Driver's License? * Yes * No 03 What area(s) are you interested in working in if hired for a seasonal position? (landscaping, forestry, parks, street operations, traffic, and/or water) 04 What dates are you able to start and stop working this summer (ex: 5/4/2026 - 8/21/2026). If you are unsure, please list an approximate time period (ex: mid-May - mid-August). 05 Are you able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds? * Yes * No 06 Are you able to perform manual labor outdoors in all weather conditions? * Yes * No 07 How did you find out about this position? * City of Wauwatosa website * City of Wauwatosa employee * Job Interest Card * * Website - Other * Facebook * Twitter * LinkedIn * Other 08 For the previous question, if you marked "City of Wauwatosa employee", "Website-Other", or "Other", please indicate your specific referral source. Required Question Employer City of Wauwatosa Address 7725 W North Avenue Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, 53213 Phone (414) 479-8992 Website http:

Created: 2026-04-02