Reshape our city with us
We’re turning big ideas into reality, and we need people like YOU to make it happen.
Our electricians, plumbers, industrial mechanics, and other skilled tradespeople keep this city humming, 24/7. Installing and repairing complex systems, identifying and fixing issues beneath streets, behind walls, and under the hood—this is work that needs your passion for problem-solving, your commitment to safety, and your sharp decision-making.
If that sounds interesting and you want your time, your smarts, and your energy to mean something, how about working with us to create a better tomorrow?
Some of our skilled trades jobs need degrees, others look for certifications, apprenticeships, or experience. All our jobs offer good salaries, amazing benefits and perks, and a work culture that sees and values you.
So, take a closer look… because one small move now could be the start of something really big: check out our job openings.
What are civil service jobs?
Civil service positions at the City of Philadelphia are roles within municipal government filled through a merit-based system. These positions span administrative, technical, and professional functions, with applicants undergoing rigorous evaluation to ensure qualifications match job requirements. Examples include police officers, firefighters, accountants, engineers, and skilled trade workers.
Working in civil service for the City of Philadelphia offers stability, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to serve the public and make a positive impact on the city’s residents and communities.
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Automotive Apprentice (Mechanical Repair)
Job Description
- This is limited performance level automotive trades work assisting full performance level trades personnel in the maintenance and repair of automotive vehicles and related component and sub-component parts. Employees follow instructions in assisting full performance workers in automotive body or mechanical maintenance and repair activities
Construction Projects Technician 1
Job Description
- This is technical work, of limited scope and difficulty, performing tests and inspections of construction materials or the civil, electrical, or mechanical phases of public works projects to assure that work performed by contractors and manufacturers complies with contracts, plans and specifications and meets current standards for work quality. Interpreting construction, contract, and permit requirements, and informing contractors and superiors of non conformity to contractual agreements and construction and permit violations are significant aspects of the work
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Job Description
- This is skilled treatment plant operations work, monitoring, operating, adjusting and regulating a computer controlled water treatment process and related electrical, mechanical and electronic processing and security equipment through central and remote terminal locations in a sludge processing, water purification or wastewater treatment plant. Work is performed under the supervisor of a Water Treatment Plant Operations Crew Chief.
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