• Vehicle Operator I & to establish list

    City of Detroit (Detroit, MI)


    Vehicle Operator I & to establish list

     

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    Vehicle Operator I & to establish list

     

    Salary

     

    $35,260.00 - $41,615.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Michigan, MI

     

    Job Type

     

    Certified-Regular Civil Service

     

    Job Number

    20252721523LR

    Department

     

    Dept of Public Works

     

    Opening Date

     

    10/22/2025

     

    Bargaining Unit

     

    8000-Teamsters Local 214 Craft Unit

     

    + Description

    + Benefits

    Description

    Under general supervision, drives and operates special purpose vehicles and equipment consistent with

     

    the specified class evaluation factors.

     

    Examples of Duties

     

    Drives and operates special purpose vehicles and equipment consistent with departmental standards

     

    and procedures.

     

    • Operates mounted equipment, implements, and accessories associated with or attached to the vehicle.

    • Loads and unloads materials or transported equipment.

    • Plans sequence of operations.

    • Changes various attachments.

    • Directs the work activities of assigned helpers.

    • Performs minor maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment, including, but not limited to,

     

    cleaning and servicing with gasoline, diesel fuel, water, oil, and grease.

     

    • Assists in performing repairs of vehicles and equipment during inclement weather.

    • Assists crew of assigned vehicle.

    Minimum Qualifications

    High school graduation or GED.

     

    • Two (2) years’ of experience in the operation of special purpose vehicles and equipment.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    Evaluation Plan

     

    + Interview: P/F

    + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%

    + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

    Additional points may be awarded for:

    + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

    + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

    LRD: 03/06/2024

    EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

    The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

    HEALTH

    + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

    + Dental

    + Vision

    INSURANCE

    + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

    + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

    PAID TIME OFF

    + Sick Leave

    + Vacation

    + Holidays

    OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

    The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

    RETIREMENT BENEFITS

    City Employees Retirement System

    As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

     

    • Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

     

    - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

     

    - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

     

    • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

     

    - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

     

    • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

     

    ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

     

    Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

     

    Employer

     

    City of Detroit

     

    Address

     

    Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

     

    Website

     

    http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

     

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