The City of Olivet is seeking a Part Time Employee for the Public Works department.

Resumes will be accepted through December 04, 2020.

Resumes can be returned to City Hall, e-mailed to jstaggs@cityofolivet.org, or faxed to 269-749-2034.

More details about this position are as follows:

City of Olivet

Part Time

Public Services Worker

Job description

To perform a variety of public works tasks including, but not limited to, construction, maintenance, repair and labor activities, operate power driven equipment and tools, and perform related work as required.

Job Duties
The following duties are normal for this position, but not limited to:

• Locate, mark, and stake water service lines, water, sanitary, and storm sewer mains and laterals.
• Operate dump trucks, snow plows, salters, chain saws, zero turn mowers, and weed whips, sprayers, and other power driven equipment and tools.
• Repair and patch streets and alleys.
• Install, remove, and maintain street signs.
• Mowing of City property.
• Performs meter reads, meter exchanges, repairs, and maintenance as necessary.
• Other duties may be required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred

• Valid Michigan CDL Class-B with air brakes endorsement
• Reasonable knowledge of the operation of trucks, snow plows, and other automotive and power driven equipment.
• Mechanically inclined for quick problem-solving capability.
• Ability to perform manual labor under all types of weather and conditions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to work effectively with others and independently.
• Be a team player.
• Ability to exercise deductive reasoning and independent judgment for quick decision-making.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possession of valid Michigan Driver’s License.

This position averages 30 hours a week and pay starts at $12.00/hour. Must be able to pass a drug screening.

The City of Olivet is an equal opportunity employer.

EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 16, 2020:  DUE TO COVID-19 GUIDELINES THE CITY OFFICES ARE TEMPORARILY CLOSED

IF YOU REQUIRE IN PERSON ASSISTANCE AN APPOINTMENT CAN BE MADE BY CONTACTING:

OLIVET CITY HALL   @   269-749-4961   OR   269-339-1196

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS   @   269-339-8219   OR   269-317-2220 

OLIVET POLICE DEPARTMENT   @  269-749-9961

PAYMENTS CAN STILL BE RECEIVED AND PROCESSED BY UTILIZING USPS, OR THE MAIL SLOT OR DROP OFF BOX LOCATED AT CITY HALL.   

Leaf pick-up is scheduled to start Thursday, October 15, 2020, and is expected to continue for a period of six weeks. DO NOT PLACE YOUR LEAVES IN THE ROAD! Leaves are to be placed at the curb freee of sticks, and rocks. 

November 25, 2020 - Last Day for Fall Leaf Pick Up.

Hydrant flushing will begin Monday, October 12, 2020, weather permiting. Should you notice a change in your water presure, or color this is normal, and temporary. 

Please call City Hall at 269-749-4961 to get a burn permit. You may leave a message with your name, address, phone number and if you would like your permit for 3 or 6 days. Please continue to follow social distancing guidelines!

The Olivet Police Department has suspended Preliminary Breath Testing until further notice.