DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Black Rock City Dept. of Public Works needs hardy volunteers of all skill levels and famous attitudes. Painters, carpenters, mechanics, truck drivers, plumbers, welders, electricians, riggers, designers, and anybody with a strong back, strong sense of adventure or a strong sense of spirit are invited to participate with us for year round work both in San Francisco and the Black Rock Desert.

Volunteers are encouraged to bring camping gear, sufficient food and drink, and a basic set of tools (hammer, tape measure, side cutting pliers, gloves, etc.) for long workdays in 90+ degree heat, making Black Rock City appear from nowhere. When night falls, gathered by crackling fires in the desert expanses, among serenading coyotes, mustangs, and jackrabbits, life is good. Owooooooohhh!

Although City planning and managing relationships with the local community, government agencies, and area businesses go on year round, we need the most help from about three weeks before the event to roughly 4 weeks after. We need smaller crews for work weekends throughout the year. If you are interested in helping out, indicate your interest on the Volunteer Questionnaire. Email dpwvolunteers(at)burningman(dot)com if you have specific details on critical skills and expertise. We also need various items donated to make the DPW run smoothly; to learn more please see the wish list.