Temporary Chipper Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Public Works Garage - 6844 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN
Job Type: Seasonal
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 11:59 PM Central
Position Summary
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Review of applications will begin immediately upon receipt and is ongoing. Performs various types of manual labor and operates light equipment in the maintenance of City streets, parks, utilities, and landscaping.
The Public Works seasonal positions are full time positions working from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday starting Memorial Day June 1, 2026, to Labor Day September 4, 2026.
Work schedules outside of the dates listed above will be Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All seasonal employees are required to work scheduled days and hours.
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Examples of Duties
Streets/Parks/Landscaping

• Patch and crack fill streets with asphalt materials
• Performs maintenance operations and repairs on public works buildings, facilities, and equipment, including light vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Assists with inspecting, repairing, and installing playground equipment.
• Mows grass, weed-whips parks & boulevard areas, maintains trees, shrubbery, and plants with hand and power equipment.
• Assists with the maintenance and marking of ball-playing fields.
• Pick up and remove trash from parks and landscaping and public right of way.
• Assists with landscape functions including planting of trees, disposal, and cutting of limbs, operating chipper, and other appropriate equipment.
• Assists with construction, maintenance and repair of curbs and gutters, catch basins and storm drainage system, storm drainage detention facilities, asphalt and concrete streets, alleys, sidewalks, and trails.
• Assists with traffic control duties, including installation and maintenance of temporary and permanent signs and pavement markings

Utility Maintenance

• Assists with repairs and maintenance of fire hydrants.
• Assists with restoring the condition of road or ground affected by utility repair and maintenance work.
• Exercises and cleans gate valves.
• Data Entry
• Mows and weed whips at City facilities.
• Assists other departments as needed or assigned.

General

• Follows all safety rules and procedures as outlined in the Brooklyn Center employee safety manual, O.S.H.A. laws, and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 16 years old.
Supplemental Information
Must be able to work independently with limited supervision, lift up to 35 lbs. frequently, and be able to work outdoors for a full 40-hour work week as needed. A tentative start date of May 4, 2026, is the first day for some seasonal roles to start.
Hours are 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday from the week of Memorial Day (5/26) to the Friday prior to Labor Day (9/1). Work schedules outside this time period will be 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday - Friday.
Please complete the online application in detail with work experience and education as required for all positions. Please do not list see resume. The City does not allow attachments to the online application. If you would like to submit a cover letter, resume, or other documentation, please e-mail it to HR@ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us - please reference the job title in the subject line.
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Review of applications will begin immediately upon receipt.
The City of Brooklyn Center will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, ability, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, veteran status, or membership on a local human rights commission, genetic information, gender identity or gender expression, and lawful participation in the Minnesota Medical Cannabis Patient Registry. The City of Brooklyn Center will take all necessary steps to ensure that all employment practices are free of such discrimination.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Therefore, it is also not, nor can it be implied to be, a contract of employment. The contents of this position description may be changed without notice, and employment may be terminated by either party, at will. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. All employees are responsible for following applicable policies and procedures as defined by their manager or as described in the personnel handbook.
There are no benefits associated with this position.
01
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you able to work Monday - Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day?

• Yes
• No

04
Working for Public Work in a seasonal role will require working all assigned shifts and hours? You are aware of those hours as posted in the job description, under position summary at the top of the job announcement.

• Yes
• No

05
Please select your 1st choice work assignment area.

• Landscape Maintenance
• Park Maintenance
• Public Utilities Maintenance
• Street Maintenance

06
Please select your 2nd choice work assignment area

• Landscape Maintenance
• Park Maintenance
• Public Utilities Maintenance
• Street Maintenance

07
Please select your 3rd choice work assignment area.

• Landscape Maintenance
• Park Maintenance
• Public Utilities Maintenance
• Street Maintenance

08
Describe any work experience you have that would be useful in the position you are applying for with the City of Brooklyn Center.
Required Question