Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee I

City of Flint • City of Flint, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee will undergo a structured and progressive training program involving on-the-job work experiences. Beginning work assignments include the performance of routine, manual tasks to assist in the construction, repair and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, pavement, street resurfacing, and related facilities. Also performs the function of snow and ice removal and related duties. Training is accomplished through work experiences, work assignments progress to the less routine tasks such as setting grade-lines and operating specialized construction and snow removal equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned. The training program is geared toward preparing a trainee for promotion to the position of Street Operator/Maintainer. Promotion to Street Operator/Maintainer will occur only as openings exist.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Michigan Driver's License.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License Type A or B.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under unfavorable climatic conditions.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not endanger the safety of one's self, other persons and equipment.
• Ability and willingness to complete required training satisfactorily.
• Must be willing and available to work anytime during the day, night, weekends and holidays on an as-needed basis when required to perform essential job-related city services.
• Must maintain residency within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.
• Must complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

Nice To Haves

• Qualified candidates will possess a Class A at the end of the Trainee II series.

Responsibilities

• Completes twelve months of on-the-job training with no specific number of hours required.
• Progression to the position of Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee II will be contingent upon successful completion and satisfactory evaluation of on-the-job performance.
• Completes an additional twelve months of on-the-job training in the Street Maintenance Division.
• Progression to the position of Street Operator/Maintainer Level 22 will be contingent upon successful completion and satisfactory evaluation of on-the-job performance.
• Performs routine, manual tasks to assist in the construction, repair and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, pavement, street resurfacing, and related facilities.
• Performs snow and ice removal and related duties.
• Progresses to less routine tasks such as setting grade-lines and operating specialized construction and snow removal equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed