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NOW HIRING: Light Equipment Operator Street Construction
🚧The City of Athens Public Works Division is looking for a dedicated team member who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in improving the community.🚧
In this role, you’ll assist with a variety of hands-on projects like installing driveway tiles, grading, erosion control, street signage, and supporting seasonal operations such as leaf collection and snow removal.
This is an entry-level position with opportunities for growth. Candidates must have (or be able to obtain) a valid TN CDL and hold a valid Tennessee Driver’s License. A background check and drug screen are required.
Apply online at www.athenstn.gov/career or in person at City Hall (815 N. Jackson Street, Athens).
Applications are accepted Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Join us in making Athens a better place to live!
Over the weekend, you helped recycle 556 tires despite the rain!
And this coming weekend we are doing it again,
From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday at Athens Public Works, bring your tires to be recycled FOR FREE!
What to do here in Athens & beyond over the next 7 days!Here's the SCOOP on all things happening this week in McMinn County!
Tuesday (4/28)-
Team Trivia Angela's Miami Grill
Trivia Night The Social on Depot Hill
A Patriotic Musical Celebration METCC
Thursday (4/30)-
Trivia Mi Ranchito, inc
Singo Angela's Miami Grill
The Addams Family Central High School of McMinn County
Central High School of McMinn County Softball vs McMinn
Sushi Making Class presented by Athens Isahaya Sister City Committee McMinn Senior Activity Center
Mamma Mia- Love, Period event
Friday (5/1)-
Friday Night Live Angela's Miami Grill
The Addams Family Central High School of McMinn County
Weekly Racing Smokey Mountain RC
Saturday (5/2)-
The Addams Family Central High School of McMinn County
Karaoke AMVETS Post 100 Etowah, TN
Gudger Steel Car Club's Cruise In Midway Milkshake
Live Music: Cody Flair The Social on Depot Hill
Saturday Morning Racing Smokey Mountain RC
Sunday (5/3)-
The Addams Family Central High School of McMinn County
Monday (5/4)-
Bingo Mi Ranchito, inc
Trivia Night Pie Hound
Athens Kiwanis Club (Tennessee) Golf Tournament
Follow the Discover McMinn and check the website for more events coming up! www.discovermcminn.com/events/seasonal-events/
