The Village of Caledonia is seeking a motivated, dependable and hardworking individual to join the Department of Public Works (DPW) team. This full-time position plays a vital role in maintaining the village’s streets, public facilities, utilities and infrastructure. The successful candidate will perform a variety of hands-on work, operate equipment and help keep the community safe, clean and attractive throughout the year.
Position summary
Under the general supervision of the public works foreman/village manager, the DPW worker performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled tasks involving the operation of trucks, tools and machinery used in the maintenance, repair and improvement of village infrastructure. The position plays a vital role in maintaining public services and responding to community needs throughout the year. Work is primarily performed outdoors and may involve exposure to adverse weather conditions, including rain, storms, snow, ice and extreme temperatures.
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The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Summer work hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Work hours may vary to accommodate scheduled village events, seasonal operations and emergency responses as needed. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays and emergency call-outs as necessary to help ensure community safety.
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive compensation: $21 to $24 per hour, depending on experience
- Health insurance (village pays 80 percent, employee pays 20 percent)
- Life, dental and vision insurance
- 5 percent village retirement contribution
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave (ESTA)
- Training and professional development opportunities
Core duties and responsibilities
- Road and infrastructure: Patch potholes and install and repair street signs and lights.
- Seasonal maintenance: Plow snow, salt roads, shovel sidewalks and clear debris. Collect curbside lawn bags and brush and perform fall leaf cleanup.
- Groundskeeping: Mow grass, trim trees and hedges, plant flowers and maintain various greenspace. Perform routine maintenance on village buildings and facilities and assist with facility repairs and improvement projects.
- Utilities: Clean storm drains, repair catch basins and respond to MissDig requests.
- Equipment operation: Safely operate hand tools, power tools, dump trucks, pickup trucks, utility vehicles, chippers, mowers and heavy machinery such as tractors and loaders.
- Safety and compliance: Set up traffic control and barriers, follow all village and OSHA requirements, attend required safety and job-related training and perform routine maintenance on equipment. Ability to read and understand safety manuals, work orders and instructions.
- Soft skills: Strong customer service skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment and the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers and the public while working independently or as part of a team.
Qualifications and requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid state driver’s license
- Successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and drug screening
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (50 pounds or more) and occasionally move heavier material with assistance
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, crouch and work on uneven terrain for extended periods
- Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow and ice
Work environment
The work is performed primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to:
- Traffic and moving vehicles
- Heavy equipment and machinery
- Loud noise and vibration
- Dust, fumes and airborne particles
- Inclement weather conditions
Applications are available online at https://www.villageofcaledonia.org/electronic-forms/application-for-employment/ or as paper copies at the village office, 250 S. Maple St SE, Caledonia, MI 49302.
