Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee I

The Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee will undergo a structured and progressive training program involving on-the-job work experiences. Beginning work assignments include the performance of routine, manual tasks to assist in the construction, repair and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, pavement, street resurfacing, and related facilities. Also performs the function of snow and ice removal and related duties. Training is accomplished through work experiences, work assignments progress to the less routine tasks such as setting grade-lines and operating specialized construction and snow removal equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned. The training program is geared toward preparing a trainee for promotion to the position of Street Operator/Maintainer.  Promotion to Street Operator/Maintainer will occur only as openings exist.

Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee I (17-G-019)

Completes twelve months of on-the-job training with no specific number of hours required. Any break in time longer than one week will require that the one year be extended the amount of time equal to the time the employee was off work (ex., Workers compensation, ESL, sick occasions over one week). Progression to the position of Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee II will be contingent upon successful completion and satisfactory evaluation of on-the-job performance.

Street Operator/Maintainer Trainee II (19-G-020) 

Completes an additional twelve months of on-the-job training in the Street Maintenance Division. Progression to the position of Street Operator/Maintainer Level 22 will be contingent upon successful completion and satisfactory evaluation of on-the-job performance.  

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

A.        Possession of a valid Michigan Driver's License.

B.        Possession of a Commercial Driver's License Type A or B.

C.       Qualified candidates will possess a Class A at the end of the Trainee II series.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS  & ABILITIES

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under unfavorable climatic conditions.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not endanger the safety of one's self, other persons and equipment.

• Ability and willingness to complete required training satisfactorily.

• Must be willing and available to work anytime during the day, night, weekends and holidays on an as-needed basis when required to perform essential job-related city services.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to inclement conditions, fumes or airborne particles, traffic, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and is required to stand and walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e., transcripts, driver’s license, incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration. Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows: Local 1600 - within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.  

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.