Instructor Public Works Equipment Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4791384) Apply  Instructor Public Works Equipment Salary $46,677.00 - $51,847.00 Annually Location Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 20243076053DPWPA Department Dept of Public Works Division Solid Waste Management Opening Date 01/14/2025 Closing Date 1/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 7650-Service Employees International Union Local 5 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description Under general supervision, instructs department equipment operators in the operation, care and minor maintenance of heavy vehicular and other equipment . Evaluates employees’ equipment operation skills. Examples of Duties + Instructs individuals or small groups in the operation of refuse collection vehicles, heavy vehicular, and other department equipment on simulated and practice route runs. + Accompanies trainees on practice route runs. + Checks for r equired driver license, endorsements , and certificates . + Explains and demonstrates the construction, function , and coordination of all parts of heavy vehicles and equipment. + Explains the cause of mechanical failures and the results of equipment abuse . + Assists in the preparation of programs of instruction for equipment operation personnel. + Instructs classes in safety and defensive driving techniques . + Instructs classes to prepare employees to meet commercial driver license requirements and recommends qualified trainees for commercial driver license certification . + Provides instructions in training classes utilizing approved methods of public contacts. + Reads and interprets routes maps and refuse collection procedures. + Prepares reports on investigations of abuse of equipment and equipment operation complaints. + Reviews, surveys , and assesses performance of employees in the operation of selected vehicles and determines the reasons for not meeting standards. + Completes evaluation summary forms. + Conducts accident prevention training for selected employees. + May perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications (required): + High school graduate or equivalent (G.E.D.). + Three (3) years of experience in operation of heavy refuse collection and other vehicles . Two (2) years of experience in the instruction and orientation of assigned equipment on regularly scheduled routes. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position. Supplemental Information Evaluation Plan + Interview: 70% + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30% + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points 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. 01 What is the highest level of education that you have obtained? + No High School Diploma or GED + High School Diploma or GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree + PHD/JD 02 How many years of experience in the operation of heavy refuse collection and other vehicles do you possess? + Two or less years + Three years + Four years + Five years or more 03 How many years of experience in the instruction and orientation of assigned equipment on regularly scheduled routes do your possess? + Less than one year + One year + Two years + Three years + Four years or more Required Question Agency 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