PUBLIC UTILITY WORKER

City of Dearborn Career Opportunities • Melvindale, MI

1d • $23 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating assigned vehicles and assisting staff in performing various repairs. The worker operates vehicles to transport equipment and materials, uses equipment and hand and power tools for labor tasks, assists with sewer and water-main repairs, and cleans and maintains vehicles, tools, and related equipment. Regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings, is expected. Specific assignments may vary according to department business needs.

The position is with the Department of Public Works in Dearborn, Michigan. The listed salary is $22.74 per hour, with a starting salary of $46,368 per year. The position typically hires at the minimum pay and follows a step progression to the maximum. Applicants hired without a Michigan Class A CDL may be hired as a Public Works Technician and must obtain the required license within six months of hire to remain employed. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a medical examination, driving-record check, and criminal background check before the start date. Appointees serve a one-year probationary period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver’s License Class A with Air Brake Endorsement. Applicants hired without a Michigan Class A CDL must obtain it within six months of hire to remain employed.
• Satisfactory completion of a medical examination, driving-record check, and criminal background check before the start date.
• Completion of a one-year probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• Related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles to transport equipment and materials.
• Operate equipment, hand tools, and power tools to perform labor tasks in an assigned area.
• Assist staff with sewer, water-main, and related repairs.
• Clean and maintain vehicles, tools, and related equipment.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED