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General Utility Laborer (Intern/Trainee)

Job Title	General Utility Laborer (Intern/Trainee)
Employer	Castelion
Adress: Country	Tuvalu
Address: City	Lulenga
Work type	Flexible
Expected Salary	2637 AUD
Posting Date	Tue Jun 10 2025
End Date	Tue Jul 01 2025

Description:

We’re hiring a Public Utility Worker to assist with water and sewer system maintenance — ideal for someone who’s dependable, safety-minded, and ready to support vital infrastructure every day. You’ll assist with mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and edging pathways to maintain a neat and welcoming appearance in parks and recreation areas. You’ll assist with removing litter, sweeping sidewalks, and emptying trash bins in public areas on a set schedule. You’ll be trained to operate tools like valve keys, hydrant wrenches, pressure gauges, and inspection cameras. You’ll assist with locating leaks, identifying blockages, and helping repair cracked pipes, joints, or manhole covers. You’ll assist in painting public fixtures, cleaning signs, and maintaining bus stops, benches, and fountains. You’ll help prep event spaces, install signage or barricades, and support public gatherings by setting up benches, bins, or barriers. You’ll assist in maintaining planter beds, edging grass near walkways, and watering trees or greenery throughout the space. You’ll be expected to pick up litter, remove graffiti, and empty waste bins regularly along trails, picnic areas, and pavilions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members to stay aligned on tasks and priorities.
• Provide excellent service to residents or businesses affected by outages, repairs, or inspections.
• Clear debris from streets, drains, or public areas to maintain functionality and safety.
• Read utility maps, blueprints, or schematics to locate underground lines and plan repairs.
• Support seasonal operations such as snow removal, street sweeping, or leaf collection when required.

Preferred:

• Understands the importance of protecting public infrastructure and keeping communities safe and functional.
• Pays attention to the condition of city property and reports any hazards, damage, or repair needs.
• Familiar with environmental regulations, public safety standards, and sanitation procedures.
• Able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts depending on public service needs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions and performing physically demanding tasks.

Benefits:

• Recognition for your hard work — public utility workers are essential, and your contributions don’t go unnoticed.
• Paid training and certifications — we invest in your professional growth and safety.
• Paid time off and holidays — because your well-being matters too.
• Clear expectations — you’ll always know what’s expected of you and how to meet performance goals.
• You’ll make a tangible impact — keeping the lights on, water flowing, and gas available is a critical service.

You’ll support leaf collection, snow removal, and other seasonal tasks depending on weather and park needs. You’ll be expected to work early mornings, weekends, or holidays during park events, city cleanups, or public celebrations. You’ll document routine inspections, cleanliness levels, and minor repairs performed throughout your route. You’ll be expected to work outdoors in various conditions, including heat, cold, and rain, with regular physical activity. You’ll help maintain storage areas, refill maintenance carts, and track supplies used for repairs and cleaning. You’ll help make streets safer and smoother by working when the city is quiet but the job still matters. No previous experience is required — just a strong work ethic, physical stamina, and a desire to keep your city clean and functional. This role is great for someone who values calm, rhythm, and helping create a clean space people can enjoy every day. If you’re ready to work below the surface to keep your city flowing, we’re ready to train you from the ground up.