The Operations and Maintenance Division within the Public Service Department is seeking skilled individuals to join its crew of Maintenance Workers. This position allows individuals to contribute their skills and abilities by performing maintenance safely and adequately to improve the overall condition of City streets and roadways. This could be your position if you enjoy working outdoors and accomplishing tasks with a dynamic crew.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Working on a paving crew to place non-compacted asphalt in the proper location with a shovel and then racking the material with a lute
• Grading sub-base for installation of pavement sidewalks, curbs, gutters, grade surfaces and setting concrete forms for pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters
• Visually checks formwork to ensure that the forms meet line and grade requirements
• Placing and finishing concrete into the forms using rakes, shovels, derbies, come-along and other concrete tools for the proper finishing of concrete
• Driving various trucks and operating snow plows and road salting equipment
• Operating heavy power assisting tools
• Driving dump-truck and other related vehicles to deliver supplies, tools, parts, and other material
• Driving bobcat, forklift and other equipment and serving as a crew person on an asphalt paving machine
• Performing landscaping operations such as restoring lawns and parkways after construction is completed or damaged by motorist
• Conducting safety checks and minor repair and maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Performing various street repairs using concrete, asphalt, sealant and pavement preservation materials
• Setting up traffic control devises including cones and barricades

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year of experience performing asphalt work that includes work with a lute; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
• OR One (1) year of experience performing sewer maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
• OR One (1) year of experience performing road and street maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements:

• Minimum possession and maintenance of a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License, Group B, with Air Brakes and N (tank) Endorsements will be considered.
• Group A license must be acquired after employment and within ninety (90) days of employment.
• This position requires operating a vehicle with a gross weight of 10,000 pounds or more. Therefore, pursuant to Section 601a of the Michigan Vehicle Code, the applicant recommended for this position must be able to pass the physical examination mandated by the State of Michigan to be transferred or hired for this position.
• Post-Hire Requirements:

• Must complete and pass the Solid Waste Training Program (Trash, recycling, and yard waste) within four (4) weeks of employment.
• MDOT Drug & Alcohol Training provided as a part of the training program.
• Must complete Traffic Regulator Training and Certification as provided bi-annually by the Public Service O & M Division.
• Must complete and maintain Power and Industrial Truck Training and Certification provided every three (years) by the Public Service O & M Division
• May require overtime or shift work for snow and ice control or other emergencies

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at (517) 483-4004. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Application Special Instructions

** Hired candidates can expect to work 2nd or 3rd shifts up to the first five (5) years of employment based on seniority **

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,023.84 - $52,040.12 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Lansing, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person