Senior Utilities Operator

City of Grand Ledge
City of Grand Ledge

CITY OF GRAND LEDGE

Job Description

 

SENIOR UTILITIES OPERATOR

   

Supervised By:           Public Works Superintendent or Public Services Superintendent as assigned.

Supervises:                 Seasonal or part-time employees as assigned.

General Summary:

Under the supervision of the assigned Superintendent, performs daily operation and maintenance duties in all areas of Public Services, including but not limited to streets, water, wastewater, general building and equipment maintenance, cemetery, parks, and grounds.  Performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, construction, and repair tasks in support of Public Services projects.   Assists Public Services areas as assigned.

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.


  • Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience requirements include three (3) years of related experience in construction, maintenance, or water/wastewater operations and maintenance, or related field.
  • Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and a Commercial Driver’s License Class A with air brake endorsement and tanker endorsement. 
  • Possession of a Michigan Department of Environmental Quality D3 & S3 water system licenses or Class C Wastewater license as assigned.
  • Thorough knowledge of water, wastewater, and stormwater distribution system operating procedures and maintenance needs.
  • Considerable knowledge of safety procedures and protocol involved in equipment operation and public works maintenance. 

Application Instructions:

To view the full job description, required application, and online application portal, please visit:  https://www.cityofgrandledge.com/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Senior-Utilities-Operator-32