Shreveport Public Works bringing careers to life at Woodlawn High School
SHREVEPORT, La (KTAL/KMSS) — The City of Shreveport's Public Works Department is hosting a hands-on career pop-up at Woodlawn High School.
According to a press release, the event will showcase the department's vital role in keeping the city running. Students can engage with Public Works employees, explore the heavy-duty equipment they operate daily, and learn about exciting career paths available in the city—no college degree required.
'This is a great chance for our young people to see firsthand that there are good-paying, meaningful careers right here in Shreveport,' said Mayor Tom Arceneaux. 'Public Works keeps our city moving, and we want to inspire the next generation to take pride in these essential jobs.'
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The release added that Public Works crews will be on-site to demonstrate the specialized tools and vehicles they use for road maintenance, drainage management, sanitation services, and more. Students can ask questions, see how the equipment operates, and learn about employment opportunities within the city.
'We want students to know that they can build a successful career in Public Works, right in their own community,' said Director of Public Works Jarvis Morgan. 'This is an opportunity to see the kind of work we do every day to serve Shreveport and how they can be a part of it.'
The event will be held on Friday, April 4, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Woodlawn High School in Shreveport.
According to the release, the Public Works Department plans to host these career pop-ups at different high schools throughout Shreveport in the coming weeks. For more information, please contact the Public Works Department at 318-673-6300.
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