Job Description

The City of Bloomfield Hills is currently seeking a Full Time Mechanic / Utility Operator with the Department of Public Works.

Pay Range : $51,975 - $61,200 – Dependent on Qualifications

Generous paid holiday schedule and paid time off

Premium healthcare coverage, dental and disability benefits

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, with employer contribution

Schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 3:30pm, with potential for overtime

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the DPW Foreman, this position:

• Perform repairs to City vehicles and equipment.
• Perform such manual tasks as patching streets, street sweeping, road grading, mowing grass, planting and maintaining landscaping, removing snow and ice from streets, repair and paint signs.
• Operate trucks, mowers, snowplows, snow blowers, backhoes and trimmers.
• Must comply with the Omnibus Transportation Act, requiring random drug and alcohol testing of CDL employees.
• Perform related duties as required or instructed.

Minimum Requirements

• Three years of mechanic work experience, including vehicle and light truck repair.
• Commercial Driver's License
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment utilized in routine public works and landscaping activities.
• Knowledge of the operation and basic maintenance of trucks, mowers, and other power-driven tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods including bending, twisting, climbing , maneuvering and lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work in all types of weather and under various working conditions.
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and the general public.

Preference given to certified mechanics in the areas of light duty trucks, passenger vehicles, heavy-duty equipment and trucks.

Job Posting and Online Application can be found at Submit resume and completed application to City Manager David Hendrickson at dhendrickson@bloomfieldhillsmi.net

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