Laborer I, Maintenance & Service

City of Santa Fe Springs; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Care

Dental Insurance and Vision Plan

Job summary

The City of Saginaw is seeking a dependable manual laborer to support maintenance of streets and water/sewer systems. Under supervision, you will operate hand tools, assist skilled staff, and help keep work sites safe and clean for residents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a valid Michigan driver’s license. Open to SEIU hourly members and the public; there will be a performance test and interview as part of the selection process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Up to one year of experience in manual labor, outdoor work, construction, groundskeeping, or related positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor tasks such as digging, shoveling, raking, lifting materials, and debris removal.
• Assist with street maintenance: cleaning catch basins, removal and replacement of asphalt/cement, curb work.
• Support water and sewer system upkeep and related equipment.
• Operate hand tools and basic power tools.
• Perform ground maintenance: mowing, trimming, litter removal, snow/ice clearing.
• Perform daily custodial duties.
• Identify field issues and communicate to supervisor for resolution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual Labor

Outdoor Work

Tool Use

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Small Power Tools

Basic Equipment

Job description

Description

Open to SEIU hourly members and the public*

Re-post of position 07/29/2026

SEIU Hourly members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to be considered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.

Applications will be screened. Those qualified will be invited to participate in a performance test and an oral interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection processes by 70% or better to proceed in the process.

This posting is subject to close after 14 days

Under immediate supervision this position performs a variety of manual labor tasks to support the maintenance and service operations in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets, and water and sewer systems. Operates hand tools and basic equipment, assists skilled and semi-skilled staff, and ensures safe and clean work sites for the benefit of City residents.

Major Duties

• Perform manual labor tasks such as digging, shoveling, raking, lifting materials, rat baiting, hydrant painting and clearing debris
• Assist with street maintenance, including cleaning catch basins, asphalt/cement removal and replacement and curb work. .
• Perform various tasks supporting the upkeep of water and sewer systems and related equipment.
• Operate hand tools and basic power tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, air compressor, jack hammer, and pavement saws
• Perform ground maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, litter removal, and snow/ice clearing.
• Perform daily custodial duties.
• Identify and communicates field issues to the Utilities Foreman or lead worker to ensure proper resolution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

Education Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Up to one year of experience in manual labor, outdoor work, construction, groundskeeping, or related physical labor positions.

Licenses and Certifications

Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Michigan driver’s license

Ability to

• Perform sustained physical labor including lifting, carrying, digging, and working outdoors.
• Operate hand tools, small power tools, and basic equipment safely.
• Work in tight and confined spaces in performance of duties
• Follow verbal and written instructions and adhere to safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively as part of a crew and assist higher-level staff.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
• Read maps and navigate City streets
• Maintain an attendance record acceptable to management.

Knowledge of

• Basic construction, maintenance, or repair practices related to Public Works.
• Safe operation of hand tools and small equipment.
• Occupational hazards and required safety precautions

Skill in

• Using hand tools, operation of pick-up truck, one-ton dump truck and other equipment.
• Performing physical tasks efficiently and safely
• Maintaining power tools and equipment.

Working Conditions

Work Environment

Frequent exposure to outdoor weather, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, and ice. Regular exposure to dust, dirt, fumes, noise, working near moving mechanical part, and vibration. Typical noise level is very loud (e.g. jack hammer work, garbage recycle, plant), near traffic and in potentially hazardous environments depending on assignment. This position may work varied shifts and must be available to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and regular workdays as needed. This includes responding to emergency situations that require attention outside of standard working hours.

Physical Demands

• Frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force.
• Frequent standing, walking and sitting
• Frequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, reaching with hands and arms, gross manipulation and driving city vehicles.
• Occasionally required to climb stairs and ladders and smell toxic or flammable vapors.
• Standard hearing and vision capabilities, including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color perception and peripheral vision.
• Clear vocal communication for expressing ideas.

The City of Saginaw is committed to hiring individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. All applicants must provide proof of their eligibility to work in the U.S. as required by federal law. The City of Saginaw will not sponsor visas for employment.

The City of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City of Saginaw offers a competitive benefits package to full time employees.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Care with low bi-weekly employee premium contributions (low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums).
• Dental Insurance and Vision Plan; 100% employer-paid premium
• MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan: 2 plans in one - Defined benefit plan with the investment choice of a defined contribution plan.
• Healthcare Savings Plan: Savings Plan to help you prepare for the costs of health care after you leave employment.
• City-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment.
• 13 Paid Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off) days based on length of service; accrual can be up to 22 days during the first year of employment.
• City-paid short and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Deferred Compensation Program: Voluntary 457 and Roth IRA
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

(Benefits are subject to change in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.)

01

Do you have a minimum of 1 years' experience in performing manual labor, outdoor work, construction, groundskeeping, or related physical labor positions.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question