Laborer-II Public Works

Responsibilities

• (Illustrative only) performs a variety of grounds maintenance activities including trash pickup and disposal, leaf collection, sidewalk maintenance and winter operations as assigned.
• Prepares soil, plants, cultivates, and fertilizes flowers, grass, and shrubs.
• Operates mowers, blowers, chainsaws and related equipment.
• May dig graves as a trainee back‑fills; operates tractor mowers and other lawn trimming equipment.
• Services equipment with gas, oil, and grease.
• Sets up traffic barricades and delineators when needed.
• Acts as helper to other focus areas where special skills are not usually required and assists with winter maintenance operations.

• Knowledge of a variety of semi‑skilled maintenance and manual tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write.
• Willingness and ability to perform heavy manual work for an extended period under varying climatic conditions.
• A bility to perform duties such as those listed in the Example of Work section.

Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) months of related experience.

Some experience in performing semi‑skilled maintenance or construction tasks; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Michigan.

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.