Public Works

Welcome to the Department of Public Works!

North Huntingdon Township Public Works is essential to the maintenance of roads, parks, stormwater facilities, vehicles, equipment, buildings, and other township-owned property and infrastructure. The department is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The Public Works Department includes a management team consisting of a Director that reports to the Assistant Manager. The full-time union workforce includes heavy equipment operators, mechanics and general laborers / truck drivers. Each year, seasonal employees and summer help assist on a temporary basis.

About Public Works

Responsibilities and activities of the Public Works Department include, but are not limited to:

Snow maintenance, such as plowing and salting
Grass mowing and trimming
Road improvements and pothole repair
Storm sewer maintenance
Park upkeep
Street sweeping
Debris cleanup
Sign installation
Utility line marking
Building and facility maintenance
Use and monitoring of herbicides and pesticides (appropriate employees are certified)