Maintenance Tech I

Maintenance Technician

The City of Portage is looking for a dedicated and experienced Streets/Grounds Maintenance Technician to join our Public Works Department! If you are passionate about working outside, are results-oriented, and are a team player, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What You'll Do:

• Manual construction and maintenance activities associated with the City of Portage properties, city streets, sewers, parks, and cemeteries from April to October.
• Operation of heavy-duty trucks for leaf pick-up and snow removal.
• Overtime is required for the City Leaf Clean-up program and Winter Street Maintenance with night/weekend shift requirements. Adjusted work schedule of 3:30 AM -12:00 PM or 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM for winter street maintenance, with the potential of a midnight start time for the first shift or midnight end time for the second shift as weather dictates.
• Opportunities for advancement based on seniority and skill set under UAW Contract.

What We're Looking For:

• A demonstrated work ethic.
• Prior experience in snow plowing, building trades, mowing, and road repairs is preferred.
• Experience operating a dump truck with an underbody blade is helpful.
• Valid Michigan Class "A" CDL with tanker endorsement, and a DOT medical card preferred.
• Valid Michigan Class "B" CDL with air brakes required. CDL-A to be obtained in the first 6 months.
• Ability to lift objects and tools over 50 pounds and work under adverse weather conditions.
• Must be 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Why Join Us?

• The effort Public Works demonstrates allows the City to make a great first impression. Citizens count on the quality of services provided all year long.
• Receive instant gratification for your quality work.
• Starting rate is $22.89 per hour with an excellent benefits package.
• Half-day Fridays!! April – October hours are 7:00 AM -4:30 PM Monday - Thursday and 7 AM -11 AM on Friday.

Here is How to Join Us:

• You may apply in person at Portage City Hall/Human Resources located at 7900 S. Westnedge Avenue.
• Questions? Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or text View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the city to afford equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, height, weight, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity; Positive action shall be taken to ensure the fulfillment of this policy.