Light Equipment Operator

City-of-Dearborn-Height; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligible

Medical/dental/vision insurance

STD/Life insurance after 90 days

Pension plan (Defined Benefit)

Vacation days after 1 year

Sick days

Personal days

Paid holidays

Job summary

City-of-Dearborn-Height is seeking a Light Equipment Operator for the Department of Public Works. The role involves maintaining public spaces, operating a range of trucks and machinery, and performing outdoor tasks in varying weather.

Requires a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement and a strong emphasis on safety and physical endurance. Union, hourly position with overtime; comprehensive benefits and pension after probation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess valid State of Michigan CDL - Class B with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and operate light- to heavy-duty trucks and equipment per safety checks.
• Perform debris removal, tree trimming, and snow removal as directed.
• Maintain equipment, blades, and attachments; assist with general city maintenance.
• Assist with event support, setup, and teardown as needed.
• Follow Civil Service processes and safety guidelines during daily tasks.

Skills

Static Strength

Coordination

Near Vision

Listening

Verbal Communication

Manual Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class B with Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

Job SummaryA Light Equipment Operator for the Department of Public Works is responsible for maintaining and improving public facilities, spaces, and infrastructure. Work is performed under supervision, to execute maintenance and construction tasks of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature. Work is characterized by the necessity for considerable physical effort, potential close contact with unpleasant materials, and working out of doors under occasionally adverse weather conditions. A Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, with an air brake endorsement, is required.This position is a union, hourly position eligible for overtime; generous benefit package with medical, dental, vision, STD/life insurance after 90 days; 14 vacation days after 1 year; 12 sick days; 5 personal days; 14 paid holidays; Defined Benefit Pension.Nature of Work DutiesInspect and remove miscellaneous debris from streets, parking areas, and City facilities.Operate and maintain light-duty pickup trucks and service vans by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks (fluid levels, brake and steering components, tires, lighting, etc.).Operate and maintain medium-duty dump trucks, stake trucks, and box trucks by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks (fluid levels, brake and steering components, tires, lighting, etc.).Operate and maintain heavy-duty dump trucks by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks (fluid levels, brake and steering components, tires, lighting, etc.).Operate and maintain loaders and tractors by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks (fluid levels, brake and steering components, tires, lighting, etc.).Inspect, replace, and maintain blades for all equipment, including dump trucks, loaders, chippers, plows, and tractors.Operate and maintain chainsaws of various sizes.Trim, cut, and fell trees as directed by the department supervisor or superintendent.Feed tree debris into the chipper, load and remove the debris to designated areas.Maintain aerial bucket trucks by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks (fluid levels, brake and steering components, tires, lighting, etc.).Operate and maintain snowblowers.Remove snow from designated areas and load it into dump trucks in accordance with weight requirements.Operate and maintain zero-turn mowers.Cut, weed whip, and edge grass and weeds in designated areas.Maintain tractor mowing decks by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks (fluid levels, brake and steering components, tires, lighting, etc.).Maintain air compressors by checking tires and fluids and lubricating equipment.Operate leaf loaders and sweepers to remove leaves from streets.Maintain leaf loaders and sweepers by checking tires and fluids, inspecting brooms, and lubricating equipment.Use a leaf vacuum to remove collected leaves.Maintain the leaf vacuum by conducting mandatory safety walk-around checks.Fasten attachments, such as graders, plows, and rollers, to tractors using hitch pins.Release brakes, shift gears, depress the accelerator, and adjust the throttle to control the forward and backward movement of tractors.Steer tractors by turning the steering wheel and depressing the brake pedals.General DutiesProvide operational support at City-sponsored events, including trash removal, restroom maintenance, general cleanup, and other assigned duties.Assist with the setup and teardown of City-sponsored events.Perform other assignments as required by supervision to maintain departmental efficiency.Be available periodically for after-hours and emergency work.Environmental Conditions and Equipment UsedWorks in indoor and outdoor environments and may be exposed to extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and other adverse weather conditions.May include contact with water, toxic chemical/biological agents, other liquids, and humidity.Noise/vibration exposure that could be enough to cause distraction and hearing loss as well as bodily harm.Work may involve exposure to physical hazards, including moving mechanical parts, electrical hazards, chemicals, biological materials, noise, vibration, and adverse weather conditions.Uses tools and equipment related to the position, including charts, blueprints, diagrams, manuals, etc.Specifications (Skills, Mental and Physical)Static Strength - The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Must be able to carry, lift, and maneuver 50 pounds.Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly/continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.Coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (e.g., two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range.Listening and Understanding – Ability to listen to and understand spoken instructions, questions, and work-related information.Verbal Communication – Ability to clearly communicate work-related information and instructions so others can understand.Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, operate, or assemble objects.Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.Civil Service Process:Must pass a Civil Service Assessment with a score of 70% or higher.Must pass a panel interview conducted through the Civil Service process.Must pass a background check.Must pass post-offer physical examination with a drug screening.Minimum Training, Licensing, Education and ExperienceMust be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License - Class B with an Air Brake Endorsement.Must meet General Government Civil Service Driving Standards.Must successfully complete the required Civil Service examination process.This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, not construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that could be performed by a person in this classification.