Description :

THE CITY OF PORT HURON IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

PARKS / FORESTRY / CEMETERY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I
** DAILY REFUSE COLLECTION **

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned trucks and other automotive and power-driven equipment; to perform manual labor, miscellaneous maintenance, repair and construction work; and to perform related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the supervision of a foreman or other designated official.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

• Maintain City owned parks, playgrounds, and other recreational areas prior to and throughout the season of use.
• Inspect City owned parks and playgrounds for safety and liability issues. Immediately report issues to supervision.
• Maintain City ball diamonds.
• Maintain cemetery grounds as required.
• Maintenance of both City owned beaches.
• Assist with trash removal at both City owned beaches, including weekends and holidays.
• Maintenance of downtown landscape and irrigation.
• General maintenance of the irrigation systems for the City owned parks.
• Operate a mini packer.
  • Adjustment to working hours during the summer months. Summer work schedule is Thursday – Monday, which includes working holidays that fall in this time period.
• Operate a tractor/mower in cutting grass.
• Operate a snow plow in snow removal operations.
• Install, repair, and replace recreational facilities and equipment.
• Check for minor maintenance work on truck, tractor and mower used in daily operations.
• Make recommendations to supervisor for major repairs of grounds and buildings.
• Maintain required inventory reports on supplies and equipment.
• Perform related work as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of various automotive and power-driven equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and driving practices.
• Knowledge of automotive and power-driven equipment lubrication and repair activities.
• Ability to operate automotive equipment skillfully, safely and in accordance with rules and regulations.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work effectively with other employees.

Certification(s):

• Parks/Forestry Equipment Operator I – Certified Playground Safety Inspector
• Parks/Forestry Equipment Operator I – Certified Pool Operator (backup)
• Cemetery Equipment Operator I – Certified Pesticide Applicator

An employee in this class, upon appointment, shall have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
• Some reasonable experience in the operation of automotive and power-driven equipment.
• Must have a valid Michigan Driver License (Operator’s) and a valid Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL), Group A/Air.

Working Hours:

• Fall / Winter / Spring work schedule is Monday – Friday, 4:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Summer work schedule is Thursday – Monday, 4:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., which includes working holidays that fall in this time period. Scheduled days off will be Tuesday and Wednesday.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime and callouts, as required

Salary Range: $20.46 - $25.57 hourly

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
• Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, reach, stoop and crouch with ease, often in tight/small/hard to reach places

Benefit Package, including:

• Paid vacation leave, sick leave and holidays
• Healthcare, dental, life and optical insurance
• Disability income plan
• Qualified retirement plan
• Deferred compensation plan (457)
• Healthcare savings plan

Date Posted: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Application Deadline: Friday, April 19, 2024

Contact :

• Job applications can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from HERE.
• A resume must be included with your job application.
• If mailed, it must be postmarked by the deadline date listed above.
• Job applications will be accepted online via email to cphemployment@porthuron.org.
• Job applications will also be accepted in-person or by mail at:

Deadline for Applying : Apr 19, 2024 04:30 PM