JOB: DPW Worker

DPW Worker

Compensation: Hourly pay of $25.95, plus overtime opportunities
(W/Excellent Fringe Benefits as well as a MERS Defined Benefit Pension)

Position Responsibilities: 

• Maintain Water Distribution/Wastewater Treatment Plant (Lagoon System) and DPW operations. This position reports to the DPW Director. This role is covered under The Government Employees Labor Council. 

Position Requirements:

• Operates a variety of heavy trucks and equipment in the repair, maintenance and construction of public works water, sanitary sewer.
• Maintains the sanitary sewer systems, including maintaining and repairing lift stations and retention ponds. 
• Maintains the supply and distribution of the water system, including maintaining and repairing water main breaks, the water reservoir, PRVs, hydrants, valves and curb boxes.
• Maintains and installs water meters/radio readers and performs water shut offs and turn-ons. 
• Maintains all buildings and property owned by the township that includes mowing and repairs as needed.
• Inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment, repairs as needed and reports any malfunctions to supervisor. 
• Assists with the preparations and tear down/cleanup for events, festivals and special functions. 
• Maintains the ability to respond 24 hours a day 365 days a year to emergency situations in all types of weather conditions. 
• Assists with snow plowing and ice control functions. 
• Maintains safety awareness of those policies directly related to the utilities and DPW operation, including trenching and shoring and confined space entry. 
• Maintains an awareness of safety principles and applies them in the work environment. 
• Performs utility locating in response to Miss Dig requests and to maintain the GIS inventory.
• Perform duties required in burials that includes opening and closings and selling of plots.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

***The listed duties and responsibilities are a general overview and are not intended to be construed as a complete and "only" list of all duties and responsibilities required of the personnel assigned to this classification.

• Water and Wastewater experience is desired.
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Associate’s degree preferred.
• Background in math and chemistry preferred.
• CDL License B with an air brake endorsement preferred. 
• Clean driving record required. 
• GIS experience preferred.
• Must have a State of Michigan S4 water license and or a State of Michigan Class D wastewater license.
• Ability to work in a team environment, follow safe work practices, communicate verbally and   in writing, and demonstrate excellence in customer service. 
• Must be available for overtime as needed. 

Teamwork and Participation

• Create ideas that improve production, organizational performance or result in cost or time savings for the department.
• Communicate in a positive and respectful manner with customers and residents.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a cooperative attitude when faced with change.
  Equipment
• Desktop computer, Microsoft Office software, calculator, printers, copiers, scanners, telephone and others.
• Ability to operate equipment and machinery such as heavy trucks, end loaders, excavating equipment, and hand and power tools.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical that includes drug screen and hearing test. 
• Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, climb, lift 50 lbs., and run.  Mental capacity to analyze data, use logic and sound judgement.  
• Ability to work in confined spaces and tolerate various weather conditions.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  The duties of this job are performed mainly outside with some work inside customers’ homes for meter installations etc.
  Selection Process
• Formal application; rating of education and experience; oral interview; reference check; job related tests may be required.
• 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.
• If applicant meets all requirements and characteristics as indicated in the job description, hiring may be contingent upon successful completion of a CVSA, drug and alcohol test, and background check.

Position Application Process: 

The position indicated above is open to qualified applicants. Resumes will be accepted at the Tittabawassee Township Department of Public Works in person at 9560 Pierce Road, Freeland, MI 48623 or by email to ebrown@tittabawassee.org on or before June 25, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.