General Environmental Technician II (GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT ONLY!!!) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4783245) Apply  General Environmental Technician II (GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT ONLY!!!) Salary $34,816.00 - $39,102.00 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 2024034619122KTDM Department General Services Opening Date 01/08/2025 Bargaining Unit 1140-AFSCME Non-Supervisory Local 542 General Serv + Description + Benefits Description Under general supervision, serve as a leader of a small crew of workers performing routine tasks involved in a variety of city services. These tasks range from engaging in work ground maintenance activities, landscape, and/or floriculturist activities conducted at park facilities (including parks, special facilities, green houses and gardens), recreation areas, public buildings, parkways, berm areas and other municipal properties. Examples of Duties • Lead a small crew of workers engaged in clearing, cleaning, grading, and leveling land; upon completion of prepare records of the activities. • Excavate for and repair water and sewage lines; clean catch basins, wading pools, and canals. • Seed, sod, and water grass areas; plant, remove and mulch trees, shrubs, and evergreens. • Assist staff in planting bulbs, annuals, perennials and other seasonal crops. • Sweep, shovel snow, clean and remove trash; load and unload shipments and perform other manual labor and lifting. • Load and unload equipment and supplies; clean and sweep public grounds, building, and exhibits. • Repair concrete and asphalt hard surface areas. • Erect and repair fences, backstops, and guard rails. • Prepare, paint, and make minor repairs to park and playground equipment. • Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma or G.E. D. • Two (2) years experience in grounds maintenance work, landscape and/or greenhouse work. Supplemental Information Evaluation Plan + Interview: P/F + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: P/F (100%) + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point LRD: 04/12/2024 EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. + Dental + Vision INSURANCE + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF + Sick Leave + Vacation + Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: • Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. Employer City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email