Canal Maintenance Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $39,374.40 - $62,982.40 Annually
Location : 326 West Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 30004
Department: Public Works
Division: P G I Canal Maintenance
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Description
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm. Additional hours, including weekends and holidays may be required.
POSITION SUMMARY:
An entry level laborer position responsible for daily maintenance and repair or replacement of seawalls and related structures within the P.G.I. and B.S.I. canal maintenance districts.
Example Of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.

• Fill sinkholes, landward side of seawall.
• Patch seawalls, water ward side of seawall.
• Repair seawall caps.
• Assist in replacement projects involving seawalls, seawall caps and tie backs.
• Clean and maintain canal maintenance division trucks, equipment and shop and yard area.
• Assist public with questions while working in the field.
• Cutting grass, weed eating, painting, general repairs at boat lock.
• Place rip-rap at the base of seawalls.
• Cut and tie steel rebar, set forms, pour and finish concrete for seawall sheet piles.
• Maintain channel markers and aids to navigation.
• Clean/maintain catch basins in BSI - per state permit

Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and, certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. In lieu of certain requirements listed below, Employee may accrue or acquire certain specified time in service, specialized skills, and/or certifications, thereby qualifying for this position through the City's career progression policy.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of proper safety procedures, including signage and traffic management techniques and appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Knowledge of concrete forming and construction methods.
• Knowledge of the equipment and materials used to manufacture seawall panels and properly install them.
• Knowledge of the use of yard maintenance equipment.
• Skill in the use of landscaping and lawn care equipment.
• Skill in doing simple mechanical and painting repair.
• Able to do primarily outside laboring work.
• Able to operate equipment that is potentially hazardous.
• Able to communicate effectively with members of the public.
• Able to operate light vehicles and equipment.
• Able to swim.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate highly desirable, but not required.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• None
Supplemental Information
Essential Physical Abilities:
Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time
Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time
N/A = Not applicable
Physical SkillsConstantFrequentOccasionalN/AHeavy lifting (45 lbs.. and over) X Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.) X Light lifting (under 15 lbs.) X Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over) X Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.) X Light carrying (under 15 lbs.)X Reaching above shoulder X Use of fingersX Both hands requiredX Climbing (use of legs and arms) X Climbing (legs only) X Good near visionX Good distant visionX Both eyes requiredX Depth perceptionX Distinguishing basic colorsX Distinguishing shades of colorsX Good hearing (with or without hearing aid)X Straight pulling X Pulling hand over hand X PushingX WalkingX StandingX Crawling X Kneeling X Bending X Balancing X Stooping X Jumping X Running X Throwing X Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.) X Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.) X
Environmental Conditions:
Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time
Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time
N/A = Not applicable
EnvironmentConstantFrequentOccasionalN/AWork Inside X Work OutsideX In the HeatX In the Cold X In High HumidityX In Dampness or Chilliness X In Dry Conditions X In or with Noisy Conditions X In Darkness X In or with Dusty Conditions X With Silica, Asbestos, etc. XWith Fumes or Gases X With Smoke or Flames XWith Chemicals X With Solvents X With Grease or Oils X With Radiant Energy XWith Electrical Energy X On Slippery Surfaces X On Uneven SurfacesX In or With Moving ObjectsX In or With Ladders/Scaffolding X At Heights above Ground LevelX Below Ground Level X In Water X With Explosives X With Poor Ventilation X With Odors X With Unusual Fatigue Factors X Other Relevant Information: Work in direct sunshineX
Disclaimers:
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Individuals who cannot perform some of the requirements because they pose health or safety risks to themselves or other employees may be excluded from this position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by this supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract; implied or otherwise.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATEMENT:
Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees may be subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.
It is the policy of the City of Punta Gorda to recognize and fulfill its commitment to the community in the area of Equal Employment Opportunity. The City will not knowingly permit discrimination in hiring, promotion, or other conditions of employment with regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin.
Disclaimer: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Certain Service Members and Veterans, and the spouses and family members of such Service Members and Veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain Service Members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.