Apprentice Municipal Worker

6 days ago

Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States City of Kalamazoo, MI Full time $45,000 - $55,000 per year

This is apprentice level work involving the maintenance and construction of the wastewater-sanitary collection/storm water collection system and performs related work as required. Operates one or more types of automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks; does related work as required.

Examples of Duties
  • Assists Vactor-Jet Operators utilizing Combination Vehicle (Vactor) in the cleaning and maintenance of the entire wastewater collection system; including residential root intrusion removal. Will also assist CCTV-Sewer Surveyor;
  • Operates trucks in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and supplies;
  • Operates trucks in carrying tools, equipment, parts, and materials/supplies to and from a job site;
  • Performs minor repairs on vehicle equipment; repairing streets and roads, sanitary collection sewers, water lines and mains, tar heaters, and cement mixers; operating road compactor and various other pieces of equipment;
  • Performing maintenance on streets, sidewalks, traffic signs, structures, sanitary collection and storm sewers, cemetery, water mains, manual labor operations;
  • Places barricades and traffic delineators;
  • Uses hand held computers, preparing simple work reports;
  • Performs snow removal and street sweeping operations;
  • Reads maps and makes emergency system shutdowns;
  • Performs manual labor relating to hydrants and other water system connections;
  • Works with Public Services staff to learn operations such as the water distribution system; operation and maintenance procedures; Public Works operation and maintenance;
  • Performs minor equipment repairs; reads water meters on an assigned route and records readings.
Essential Qualifications

Standing, walking, driving, lifting (90 lbs), pushing or pulling, bending, reaching, squatting, reading, writing, hearing, talking, seeing (clear vision near and/or far), and working with others and alone. Work with machinery and a variety of tools; may work in various lighting situations; high and low temperatures; wet and dry conditions; and noise, dust, and odor levels may fluctuate;

  • Must be capable of entering and functioning in confined spaces safely;
  • Must be capable of working in open excavations and utilizing trenching and shoring techniques;
  • Some knowledge of municipality construction and maintenance principles;
  • Some knowledge of traffic laws and regulations;
  • Ability to make minor equipment repairs;
  • Some knowledge of the Public Services Department activities;
  • Expected to perform the following as it could be a critical part of the position:
  • Must have good oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public;
  • Must have the ability and skills necessary to successfully complete the apprenticeship within three years of appointment;
  • Completion of a high school diploma or GED.
  • Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and certified driver's license CDL "B" endorsement with air brakes preferred; or the ability to obtain within the first six (6) months of employment.

A written test will be provided for this position.

Acceptable Training and Experience
  • Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills and abilities.

The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. Studies have shown that women and people of color, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. The City of Kalamazoo is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it. This approach will give each current and potential employee the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to the City of Kalamazoo.

The City of Kalamazoo offers competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, group life insurance, long and short-term disability, paid time off, a defined benefits pension plan, a 457 deferred compensation plan, and a retirement health care savings plan (HCSP). Benefits vary based on the bargaining unit of a position.

The City of Kalamazoo also operates a convenient health clinic that is open to employees, retirees, and their families and provides routine medical services and prescriptions.

For a summary of City of Kalamazoo benefits in AFSCME positions, please visit our website:

Please note: These benefits are subject to change.

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