Light Equipment Operator - Water/Sewer

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SEWER DIVISION | FULL-TIME LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

TELEPHONE: (248) 542-0340

PAY RATE: $ 22.83 + any additional certifications

UNION: Teamsters

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: Training Provided

Work will be performed outside in all-weather conditions, including extreme conditions. Work will be mainly in the Water/Sewer Division, but will also be expected to assist in all City work, including emergencies, grass cutting, plowing, etc.

• Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Driving/Operating Vactor trucks, dump trucks, plow/salt trucks, pick-up trucks, vans, forklifts, front-end loaders, back hoes, small equipment, and tools

• Meter reading and repair, water/sewer line repair, service calls, hydrant repair and concrete repair

• Performing general equipment maintenance

• Completing required paperwork

• Paid Overtime

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School or G.E.D. equivalent

• CDL license with B Endorsement (air brake)

• Tanker Endorsement within 6 months

• Able to pass physical, background and drug screenings

• Maintain reliable attendance

• Able to perform manual labor and lift 75+ lbs.

• Able to respond to after hour call-ins/emergencies (24/7)

• Able to work professionally with co-workers and the public, even in stressful situations

• Be willing to obtain S-4 Certification

BENEFITS: Medical, Optical, and Dental

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit Employment Application and Driver’s license along with any other paperwork or certifications you may think are beneficial.

• Submit to the Public Works Building: 24211 Couzens, Hazel Park MI 48030

• In person hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00 am to 3:00pm.

• Or via email to: hpwater@hazelpark.org

Employment applications are also available at the Public Works Building.

About the Water Department:

The City of Hazel Park’s Water/Sewer Department is looking for a dedicated, self-motivated, and willing to learn employee to fill the open position.

Hazel Park’s Water/Sewer Department is responsible for maintaining the city’s water/sewer infrastructure that combined is approximately over 180 miles of pipes, 650 system valves, 7500 water services, 500 fire hydrants, and 2000 street drains are in our 2-mile squared city. The department also performs required water sampling and reporting to government agencies, assisting businesses and residents with water/sewer issues, maintain a large vehicle fleet, and assist other city departments and developers as needed.

THE CITY OF HAZEL PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.83 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person