CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF UNION
JOB DESCRIPTION
SKILLED OPERATOR
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Supervised By: Public Works Foreman
Supervises: Functions as a crew leader for particular assigned jobs
Position Status: Regular, Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Compensation Pay Scale: $25.97/hour - $28.57/hour (mid-point)
Work Hours: Full-time: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Weekends/Overtime as needed
Benefits: MERS 401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, 457 Plan, BCBS Health Care, Dental, Life/LTD, Vision, Section 125 Flex Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Public Works Foreman, functions as a senior worker and heavy
equipment operator, displaying well-developed skills in the performance of public works tasks.
Performs maintenance and repairs for the Township’s water distribution system and wastewater
collection system, as well as landscaping and snow removal for Township properties.
Essential Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
- Functions as a crew leader/senior worker in projects involving other workers. Operates
equipment such as backhoe, front-end loader, Vactor and other heavy equipment.
- Performs a variety of regular and routine preventive maintenance repair tasks for the
sewage conveyance and water distribution systems including lift station maintenance,
sewer jetting, valve and hydrant exercise, MISS DIG staking and other tasks.
- Inspects, installs, replaces and adjusts water meters, remote readers, valves, hydrants, and
other related equipment.
- Performs emergency repairs to the water and sewer systems or works with contractors on
specialized repairs.
- Performs repairs or upgrades to water service lines and mains. Operates and performs
road boring.
- Installs, reads and maintains water meters and associated components.
- Completes general maintenance and minor upkeep/repairs on equipment.
- Performs site restoration for properties in which water or sewer work has been
performed.
- Cuts grass and performs landscaping tasks on Township property and plows and shovels
snow in the winter. Operates hydro seeder and tractor.
- Tows heavy equipment and materials to various site locations.
- Works on-call in accordance with the requirements of a shared schedule as determined by
the Public Works Foreman.
- Attends trainings and seminars as assigned by the Township.
- Performs other duties as directed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Requirements include the following:
- High school diploma supplemented by training in heavy equipment operation.
- Must possess a minimum of a Class B CDL with air brakes.
- Five or more years of progressively more responsible experience in public works
maintenance and repair.
- The Township, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal
education and work experience.
- Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and precautions involved in equipment
operation and public works maintenance work.
- Thorough knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the repair and
maintenance of water and sewer systems and public works more generally.
- Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, equipment and power tools including a variety
of heavy equipment pieces.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and use good judgment,
initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with Township officials, professional contacts
and the public.
- Ability to respond to public works emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Ability to use word processing and database software at a modest level for accessing and
recording data and correspondence.
- In addition to the above requirements, all Township positions require the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language as necessary for the position; the ability to follow written and oral instructions; and the ability to courteously serve the public. Township employees are also expected to possess and maintain a record of orderly, lawabiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity and loyalty as it pertains to and reflects upon their employment with the Township.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others in person and by phone or radio, and travel to other locations. The employee’s environment can range from the maintenance facility to strenuous job site situations. Physical demands, therefore, range from sitting in a vehicle to the significant physical exertion associated with completing public works maintenance, repair and construction projects. The employee is frequently required to use sight, physical strength and manual dexterity to complete projects, and may be frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, tools, machinery and vibration, and other physically demanding situations. The noise level in the work environment can range from moderate to very loud.
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The Charter Township of Union provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without
regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and
training.
