DPW Maintainence employee

Village of Lawton
Lawton, Michigan

VILLAGE OF LAWTON

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Village of Lawton is seeking a hardworking individual for a full-time 40 hrs. per week position with Public Works as a Maintenance Employee. 

Minimum Qualifications:

·         High School Diploma or equivalent

·         Michigan Driver’s License with Class B CDL with air brake, or the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 6 months of hire

·         Ability to pass a Pre-Screen Drug Test and Physical

·         Excellent written and verbal skills

·         Demonstrate working knowledge of tools, equipment and materials used in operation and maintenance of machinery, troubleshooting techniques, and basic mechanics

·         Level S4 Water License (within 1 year of employment)

·         Experience using GIS Data Collection Equipment

Physical Demands:

·         The employee must be able to squat, stoop, or kneel

·         While performing the duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand and walk.

·         The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 80lbs. of material

Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

·         Operation of Construction Equipment: Loader, Backhoe, Bobcat, among others

·         Water / Wastewater Maintenance

·         Street Maintenance

·         Cemetery Work

·         Park Maintenance

·         Work is normally performed under supervision; however, routine or repetitive tasks may be performed without supervision once they are learned.

·         Perform other activities as assigned

·         Rotating on call schedule and occasional weekends and Holidays

·         Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Benefit Package Including:

·         Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

·         Disability income plan

·         Retirement with applicable match

·         Healthcare Savings Plan

·         Pay: $45,760 $50,200 per year (22.00 – 24.00 per hour) DOQ.

For additional information and to submit a resume please contact Todd Hackenberg, Village Manager, at 269-624-6407 or thackenberg@lawtonmi.org