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Salary: $19.87 Hourly
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2027-00517
Department: Transportation & Environmental Services
Division: RESOURCE RECOVERY
Opening Date: 08/19/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: N/A
LABORER I
(LEAF COLLECTION)
OVERVIEW
A Laborer I performs general, unskilled, manual work of a routine nature. The duties require physical vigor. New Laborers are given specific work instructions. Constant supervision, however, is unnecessary for routine repetitive tasks. An incumbent may assist Laborers II and III and Equipment Operators I and II in their various tasks. An essential function of this position is the ability to perform a variety of annual labor tasks including heavy lifting and bending, in adverse weather conditions.
OPPORTUNITY

• Rakes leaves, works hose on leaf truck, picks up bio-degradable bags and shovels snow.
• Operates small hand tools such as drills, saws, blowers, and weed eaters.
• Performs other related tasks such as litter support, illegal dumping recovery, refuse collector assistance etc.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment at all times including safety boots, Hi-Viz vests or shirts and safety glasses
• Reports to work on time, ready for duty
• Available to work Saturdays as season develops
• Able to work with group of teams, respect others and the public
• Performs related work as required.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
T&ES is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering Alexandria. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services. The work we do keeps Alexandrians moving, growing sustainability, and thriving. If you are curious for a broader view of our City, click City of Alexandria to learn more.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
To qualify for this position all candidates must have the ability to read and write and carry out simple written instructions; should have at least one year experience in related work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be able to collect refuse from back of a refuse truck; ability to use common hand tools; ability to follow oral instructions; ability to perform heavy manual labor daily; and must be able to work in all kinds of weather conditions.
Notes
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required by some positions to operate some equipment in this class.
This position requires successful completion of pre-employment background checks, physical examination and drug testing.
The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.
This position is not a City of Alexandria position and is not eligible for City benefits.
01
Do you have the ability to read and write and carry out simple written instructions; should have at least one (1) year of experience in related work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you able to collect refuse from the back of a refuse truck; and can use common hand tools?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you able to follow oral instructions?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have the ability to perform heavy manual labor daily and work in all kinds of weather conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question