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Description

PCSI is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator at its Detroit Arsenal Site. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining heavy equipment to support facility operations and maintenance at the Detroit Arsenal. Duties include the safe and efficient operation of machinery, such as loaders, backhoes, street sweepers, and forklifts, for tasks including material handling, landscaping, earthmoving, snow removal, and site preparation. Ensures compliance with safety standards, performs routine equipment inspections, and assists with general facility upkeep as needed. This position will report to the Grounds Supervisor.

SHIFT: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday (subject to adjustment based on operational needs)

Rate of pay: $42.79 per hour (union position) with annual increases plus Health & Welfare

Who Are We:

PCSI is a non-profit organization and federal contractor that provides support services to hospitals, military bases, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. Our mission is to integrate veterans and individuals with disabilities into meaningful, customer-facing roles with competitive wages and benefits. We operate under AbilityOne—a federal initiative for employing people with disabilities—and serving people of all abilities in their career development journey is at the heart of what we do. Individuals and veterans with disabilities may be prioritized based on role. Documentation may be required.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What You'll Do as the Heavy Equipment Operator:

Heavy Equipment Operation

+ Use heavy machinery such as front-end loaders, dump truck, street sweeper, backhoes and skid-steers for earthmoving, grading, site clearing, pavement clearance, excavating, landscaping, and other facility-support tasks.

Other Equipment Operation

+ Operate other equipment such as Kubota, Polaris, Polar Tracs, striping machines, snow raiders, aerators, portable compressors, pressure washers, and generators.

Snow and Ice Removal Operations

+ Operate front-end loader with push boxes for snow removal and F-Series pickups for plowing and salting operations

Perform Routine Inspections & Preventive Maintenance

+ Check fluid levels, tires, belts, brakes, and other critical components on heavy equipment and other grounds equipment. Conduct minor repairs; notify supervisors of significant maintenance requirements.

Read Plans and Interpret Job Orders

+ Review blueprints, work orders, and scope documents to select the appropriate equipment, rigging, and methods.

Project Support

+ Assist with tasks like trenching, backfilling, compacting, debris removal, grading, maintaining drainage features, and grounds preparation.

Site Cleanliness & Safety

+ Ensure work areas are clean, orderly, and free of hazards; adhere to all applicable safety regulations and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

Coordination &** **Communication

+ Maintain clear communications with supervisors and team members; respond to hand signals, radios, or verbal directions efficiently.

Grounds Support

+ Grounds maintenance utilizing zero turns, walk-behinds, and other tools and equipment

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Valid Michigan driver’s license; CDL not required but preferred.

+ Ability to lift, stand, and work outdoors for extended periods.

+ Successfully pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background check, and motor vehicle report

+ Able to effectively speak, read, and write the English language

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience & Skill Level

+ Minimum 5 years proven experience operating heavy equipment in facility maintenance, landscaping, or related sectors.

+ Formal heavy equipment training, such as equipment-specific certifications or OSHA training, is preferred.

Technical & Operational Knowledge

+ Capability to control, train, and evaluate proficiency of control heavy tracked/wheeled machines like loaders, backhoes, and skid steers

+ Understand proper rigging for lifting and securing loads

+ Ability to interpret work orders, blueprints, and site drawings.

Maintenance Proficiency

+ Skilled in daily checks, minor mechanical fixes, and scheduling maintenance tasks.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

+ Solid understanding of OSHA and military site safety regulations; strict adherence to safety protocols.

Working Condition

+ Must be able to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

+ Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, climb, and carry supplies up to 50 lbs.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.

All veterans and individuals with all types of disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education

Required

+ High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

+ Drivers License

Experience

Required

+ 5 years: Experience operating heavy equipment in facility maintenance, landscaping, or related sectors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.