Public Works

Snow, Weather, and Emergency Information

For information on snow, weather, and emergency notifications, visit the City’s Snow Center page.

To Report a Missed Trash Pick-Up, Pothole, and more 

To contact the DPW to report a missed trash pick-up, report a pothole, etc, visit the City’s Citizen Request page. The Gloucester Department of Public Works is comprised of six divisions:

The business office on Poplar Street is the main contact point for all divisions.

After Hours Contact Information

  • For any after hours emergency situations concerning the Gloucester Department of Public Works, please contact the Gloucester Police Department at (978) 283-1212.
  • If your emergency is related to a STEP sewer system or City-maintained grinder sewer system, please call (800) 499-9070.
  • If your trash or recycling was missed, call JRM Hauling & Recycling at (800) 323-4285.

Summer Employment - Lifeguard, Lot Attendant and Laborer Applications

The Department of Public Works offers seasonal positions for students in college or heading off to college in the Fall.

Summer Employment Application (PDF)