Demolition Heavy Construction Equipment Operator

Salary: $19.11 - $26.54 Hourly
Location : City of Flint
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 26-00013B
Department: Blight
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Closing Date: 6/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 1600
Job Level: 26

Pre-Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment screenings and verification of eligibility to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable laws, civil service rules, and collective bargaining agreements.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Operates one or more pieces of heavy construction equipment used for the Demolition purposes for the removal of identified structures on facility grounds and other locations throughout the City of Flint.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates equipment used in performing a variety of grading, filling, and compaction operations.

Operates an excavator to load, unload, or move materials, and operates a front-end loader to transfer materials on demolition construction projects or special assignments.

Drives a tandem axle dump truck to transport equipment, materials, and supplies.

May assist the garage mechanic both in the field and in the garage with major repairs and overhauls of equipment.

Performs minor repairs on equipment as required.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers and backhoes.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):

Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan Driver's License at time of appointment.

Possession and maintenance of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A, at the time of appointment.

Must obtain a CDL N (Tanker) Endorsement within ninety (90) days of hire.

Must obtain required Asbestos Awareness and MIOSHA safety training immediately upon hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Please see attached

Job Description and Job Posting for further details. You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e. Transcripts, Driver's License, incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration.

Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows:
Local 1600 - within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Flint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring or selection process should contact the Human Resources Department.
The City of Flint recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families and offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits will be provided based upon employment status.

Benefits offered include the following:

Retirement Program: City of Flint eligible employees participate in the MERS hybrid plan. The MERS Hybrid Plan offers you two important tools. The stability and security of a defined benefit plan, combined with the flexibility and investment choice of a defined contribution plan to help you achieve your retirement goals. At retirement, you'll receive a modest lifetime defined benefit (DB) and a separate defined contribution (DC) account you manage.

The DC plan requires an employee pretax irrevocable contribution of 1%-5% (Exempts employees contribute 5%). The employer pays the DB portion and matches the employee's DC contribution. (Maximum employer match is capped at 10% for both the DB & DC. DB is always…