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City of Dayton

Public Works Laborer (Streets Dept.)

Dayton, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

Public Works Laborer (Street) Job Summary: The Street Laborer performs labor and a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintenance, construction, and repair work. This position is authorized ...

DuPont

Embark - happy works!

Houston, TX

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Where Happy Works. Our team is dedicated to solving complex problems for finance, accounting, HR, and technology leaders with forward-thinking solutions and unparalleled hospitality. Here are a few ...

Halff

Project Manager - Public Works

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Project Manager - Public Works Halff has an immediate opening for a part-time Project Manager in our Public Works Group in our The Woodlands, TX office. Position Overview: This position will have ...

Goodwill Houston

Computer Works Dock Worker

Houston, TX · On-site

Computer Works Dock Worker Goodwill Houston (GWH) is transforming lives by connecting people to opportunities that advance the future of work. Through education, training, and employment, we create ...

Walter P Moore

Senior Engineer -Public Works

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

Responsibilities We are currently looking for the right individual to join our Public Works Group in the role of Senior Engineer . This individual will possess a high energy level and be a self ...

Walter P Moore

Senior Engineer -Public Works

Houston, TX

$99K - $137K/yr

We are currently looking for the right individual to join our Public Works Group in the role of Senior Engineer . This individual will possess a high energy level and be a self-motivated Manager ...

Walter P Moore

Senior Engineer -Public Works

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

Responsibilities We are currently looking for the right individual to join our Public Works Group in the role of Senior Engineer . This individual will possess a high energy level and be a self ...

Worley

Subcontracts Administrator - Early Works

Houston, TX · On-site

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Subcontracts Administrator - Early Works Play an integral role in delivering successful projects by managing the subcontracting processes that support safe, efficient, and cost-effective project ...

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How much do works jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for works in Porter, TX is $13.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $14.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Works vs Carpenter?

AspectWorksCarpenter
Required CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification neededTrade certifications or apprenticeships common
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, factories, or workshopsConstruction sites, residential, and commercial buildings
Industry UsageGeneral term for manual labor roles in constructionSpecific skilled trade within construction
Common Search IntentGeneral labor roles, construction workCarpentry, woodworking, building frameworks

Works is a broad term encompassing various manual labor roles in construction and industry, often requiring minimal formal credentials. A carpenter is a specialized tradesperson focusing on woodwork and building frameworks, usually with specific certifications. While both work in construction environments, carpenters have specialized skills, whereas Works can refer to general labor roles.

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Infographic showing various Works job openings in Porter, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,790 per year, or $13.8 per hour.

Public Works Laborer (Streets Dept.)

City of Dayton

Dayton, TX • On-site

$17.67 - $21.80/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Description
Position: Public Works Laborer (Street)
Job Summary:
The Street Laborer performs labor and a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintenance, construction, and repair work. This position is authorized to operate city vehicles and equipment and is considered a safety-sensitive position.
Specific Duties:
  • Operate pneumatic and hand tools; operate light equipment and trucks; clean and maintain equipment
  • Compile and mix materials to be used on the job assigned
  • Maintain records and log all work performed
  • Construct forms, lay cement, and finish cement on curb, gutter, sidewalk, street, alley, and other related areas; dig ditches; backfill trenches and holes; install storm drain pipes
  • Break and repair concrete and asphalt surfaces; excavate and replace concrete, and asphalt surfaces; perform hot patching and sealing on surfaces; shovel and rake asphalt
  • Setup and takedown traffic warning devices and barricades for traffic control
  • Trim weeds around roadways; pick up litter on medians, gutters, curbs, and related areas
  • Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner
  • Should have a knowledge of methods and techniques, equipment and tools of general construction, maintenance, and repair related to the area of work assigned; and occupational hazards and standard safety
  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Essential Functions:
  • Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written communications
  • Ability to operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner
  • Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor
  • Ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and involve heavier objects and materials up to 100 pounds
  • Ability to perform work in extreme heat/cold weather conditions
  • Ability to function in an environment that may occasionally have strong odors, smoke, dust, or pollen
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
  • Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking, standing, bending, or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles
  • Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, and operating assigned equipment and vehicles

Required Education, Degrees, Certificates, and/or Licenses:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid Texas Driver's License
  • Two years of experience involving maintenance duties preferred

Note:
This job description is intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and actions may change at any time without prior notice.

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