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Full Time Department Helper - Water Dept.

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Department Helper - Water Dept. See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email.

  • Job Description

    Department:  Electric & Water

    Job Title: Department Helper 

    Shift: As Assigned

    Employment Status: Full Time - Hourly

    Required Driver's License: Operators


    General Statement of Duties: To perform various tasks involved in the operation of the Electric Production and Distribution Department, Water Production and Distribution Department, Cable Television Department and Office Department.


    Supervision Received: Work is performed under the supervision of an employee of higher grade as designated by the Department Supervisor.


    Supervision Exercised: Supervision may be exercised over other Department Helpers as directed. In addition, the employee may be required at times to organize their own work.


    Essential Job Functions: An employee in this classification may be called upon to perform any or all of the duties as defined in the Water Department Meter Tester & Repairman Classification, the Filter Plant Department Helper Classification, The Lamp Wash Driver Classification, Meter Reader #2 Classification, Line Truck Driver Classification, Equipment Operator Classification, Electric & Water Labor Classifications, Assistant Storekeeper Classification, #4 Power plant Operator Classification, and to assist when assigned to CATV and Power Plant functions as directed and as follows:

    Perform various tasks involved in the disassembly, repair, assembly, adjustment and testing of water meters. Make minor repairs, test or change water meters and install remote water meters on consumer's premises. Assist in other water distribution service and repair activities via digging, general labor tasks, and equipment operating. Report the need for new meters and parts used in making meter repairs to supervisor. Operate meter testing equipment and small hand tools as required. Clean and paint meters. Maintain records of tests, materials expended, and labor charged to each repair operation and other records and reports. Assist in Electric distribution repair and service activities via digging, general labor tasks, and equipment operating. Operate, inspect and maintain a one man 40 foot aerial boom and bucket truck. Maintain equipment gas, oil and lubrication needs. Replace and repair broken or burned out street light bulbs, street light globes, shades, reflectors, photo eyes and associated minor parts and maintain group replacement & maintenance schedules. Switch keyed light circuits on and off to check systems when necessary. Receive, unpack, check, store, issue and account for incoming and outgoing materials and supplies in accordance with accepted and DMS procedures. Maintain inventory, receiving slips, file requisitions, credit slips, prepare labels, tags and other records and keep stock in order. Make physical Inventory of parts and equipment. Pack and ship material. Answer telephones. Ability to read meters accurately and detect probable errors in readings, wrong meters numbers, incorrect addresses and other information to assure proper billing of accounts. Perform janitorial functions. Improve knowledge in this field in order to qualify for future advancement. (Water Department Group 3, Department Helpers must Possess and maintain a minimum, an S-4 Water Distribution Certification from the State of Michigan DEQ as required by Article XIX, Section 2 of the Agreement to temporarily upgrade or permanently bid to higher Water distribution positions).

     Assist in the operation of power units and auxiliary equipment in a Steam Electric Power Plant. Assist in turbine and boiler operation as required. Report any unusual changes in operating conditions to the superior in charge. Clean plant floors, equipment, facilities; maintain a standard cleaning routine. Check and Grease stokers and perform other lubrication as assigned. Perform minor mechanical maintenance work in case of emergencies. Perform related work as assigned by higher grade operators. Train new Department Helpers to perform this job classification. In addition, the employee shall be able to react to new assignments positively and handle and perform related tasks as they arise.


    Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: The successful candidate shall have: Reasonable knowledge and skill in regards to tools, equipment, materials, procedures, methods and practices required in an Electric, Water and CATV system. Good mechanical aptitude. Must have the ability to prepare accurate records and reports, the ability to reason clearly and react efficiently during emergencies, the ability to comprehend and fully understand instructions and communicate and write effectively in English. The employee must be in good physical condition, and possess sufficient strength required to perform heavy duty manual tasks as listed under the "Physical Demands of Position Section". Be able to maintain a positive attitude, and communicate and work safely and effectively with other people and employees.


    Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a possible candidate for this position, the candidate should have the equivalent training and experience: Reasonable knowledge of the equipment, methods and practices used in the utility industry. Experience in mechanical maintenance work, driving vehicles is required. Possess good mechanical aptitude and skill in handling tools. Graduation from an accredited High School or equivalent with one year of High School Algebra is required. The candidate must also meet the requirements listed under the "Safety Precautions" and "Physical Demands of Position" sections. The successful applicant bidding into this classification will be given 30 working days, pursuant to Article XI, Section 4 of the Agreement, to demonstrate his/her stated qualifications and ability to fill the position. New employees shall be required to complete a six (6) month probationary period before being place on the Commission's Seniority list. Successful completion of the probationary period will be determined by the Department Head using skill, accuracy in the performance of duties, educational development and basic knowledge of the utility and associated trades as the basic factors.


    Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to properly use miscellaneous hand tools, such as saws, screw drivers, wrenches, drills, etc., also power tools such as jackhammers, winches, power saws, lawn mowers, etc., in addition drive large dump trucks, trucks pulling trailers, etc. and other utility related equipment and safety devices such as confined space equipment, shoring equipment and traffic barricades.


    Safety Precautions: The successful candidate must be able to wear protective equipment such as a hard hat, safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and personnel protective apparel as required for handling chemicals and other equipment as may be required and provided. The employee must be able to become certified to wear a respirator and wear SCBA equipment, and be able to comply with all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA safety policies and procedures associated with the industry and actively participate in the DMS safety program.


    Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must be able to: Work indoors and outdoors and in all types of industrial environments with controlled and elevated temperatures and noise. Be mentally alert, have acute senses, have initiative and good judgment and the ability to speak (such as communicating in confined spaces).

    Meet the heavy demands required in the handling of heavy loads such as 2" meters, lifting of 90 pound jackhammers, and concrete bags weighing 100 pounds. Move and install large meters, such as 8 inch

     meters which can weigh 460 pounds or ductile iron pipe which weighs 1100 pounds per length using mechanical aids such as slings or block and tackle. The Applicant is required to work in confined spaces such as meter pits, gate wells, crawl spaces (under houses) and manholes. This requires working in small spaces or extensive crawling, stooping, crouching and bending over to do various job tasks and wearing respiratory protective gear. Be able to stand approximately 10% of the time, walk 75% of the time and sit 15% of the time. Be able to stand and walk approximately 95% of the time, and sit 5% of the time when reading meters. Be able to climb ladders and work from high platform elevations. Be able to speak, hear, and see (color vision not required).


Full Time Animal Control Officer 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Full Time Animal Control Officer . See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Pay Range:

    $20.00 hourly/$41,600.00 annualized - $25.00 hourly/$52,000.00 annualized) DOQ


    Schedule: Full time position; 40 hours per week (Primarily Off-Hours)


    General Statement of Duties: Enforce ordinances and laws pertaining to animals for

    the cities of Wyandotte, Riverview, Allen Park, and Southgate. Investigate citizen

    complaints and assist the public with varied requests in relation to animal concerns.

    Additionally, work includes ensuring the humane handling of all animals and providing

    impounded animals with care (i.e. cleaning, feeding, etc.)


    Responsibilities include:

    • Working evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays.

    • Effectively manage each call for service per established policies & procedures

    • Respond to and investigate all complaints including, but not limited to, animalsat-large, animal bites, animal nuisance, and cruelty.

    • Issue written citations, attend all criminal proceedings, and provide courtroom

    testimony.

    • Clean animal cages and kennels, feed and care for all animals.

    • Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent written & verbal communication

    skills; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other

    employees and the public; be able to write clear and concise reports. Basic computer

    skills.


    Basic Requirements:

    • High School Diploma or GED

    • Valid Michigan Driver’s License

    • Minimum 18 years of age

    • No Felony Convictions

    • Good Moral Character

    • Ability and Willingness to work Off-Hours, Weekends, and Holidays

    Preferred but not required:

    • State of Michigan Animal Control Officer Certification

    • Euthanasia Certification

    • Tranquilizer Certification


Full Time Assistant City Engineer 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Full Time Assistant City Engineer . See attached job description for requirements.

Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    General Statement of Duties: Performs responsible professional engineering work of

    administrative nature; does related work as required.

    Distinguishing Features of the Class: The work in this class involves supervision of the

    engineering staff in planning and designing streets, storm and sanitary sewer facilities and other public works construction, and directing, supervising and inspecting the work of survey parties and construction crews. Assignments are usually broad in scope and require considerable

    judgment, initiative and professional knowledge and involve responsibility for making technical

    decisions on engineering problems. General supervision is received from the City Engineer

    through consultations, review of reports and evaluation of work accomplishments. 


    The Assistant City Engineer shall act as the City Engineer in his absence.


    Examples of Work: 

    (Illustrative Only)

    • Directs professional, sub professional and other employees in the investigation, development,

    design and construction of a variety of public works projects;

    • Gives professional engineering advise and confers with department heads and private

    contractors;

    • Serves as City Engineer in his absence;

    • Acts as project engineer in developing plans for municipal improvements;

    • Supervises construction of street improvements;

    • Reviews and approves plans and specifications for construction contracts;

    • Confers with, advises and supervises inspectors of construction projects;

    • Handles complaints from citizens;

    • Supervises and prepares reports;

    • Resolves departmental problems;

    • Checks proposed buildings for structural soundness;

    • Assists the Building Inspector in interpreting the Zoning Ordinance and Building Code and

    receives and processes applications for Certificate of Occupancy;

    • Supervises the issuing of permits and assists with problems that arise;

    • Writes specifications and orders equipment for and coordinates and supervises the

    installation and/or repair of public facilities including City Hall maintenance;

    • Writes and checks specifications for new equipment;

    • Attends meetings and conferences as required;

    • Oversees upon sale/rental inspections;

    • Performs surveys for road and sewer projects;

    • Provides interpretation and direction to the public regarding City Codes and Ordinances;

    • Enforces and performs inspections for Building Codes, Zoning Ordinance and Property

    Maintenance Code.


    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications for a wide variety of public works projects; thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods

    and techniques; thorough knowledge of construction materials and of approved standards of safety as related to structural designs and specifications; ability to instruct subordinate

    engineering personnel in proper work methods and standards in design and construction of a

    variety of public works projects; good physical condition.


    Requirements:

    • Bachelors Degree in related field required

    • Professional Engineer certification required

    • Registered as a Building Official, Plan Reviewer, and Building Inspector with the Michigan

    Department of Labor or ability to become registered.


Full Time Mechanic 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Full Time Full Time Mechanic. See attached job description for requirements.



Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    General Statement of Duties: Under general supervision, to perform a variety of more complex

    automotive equipment repair tasks, such as inspecting, repairing and rebuilding equipment

    including cars, trucks, tractors and other power-driven equipment; and to perform related work

    as required.


    Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of a DPS supervisor.


    Certification of Mechanics: Employees shall be or become certified within six (6) months of hire

    date in the following automobile and light truck repair for vehicles under 10,000 pounds G.V.W.

    categories: #2 (Engine Tune-Up/Performance); #4 (Brakes & Braking Systems), and #8 (Heating

    & Air Conditioning). A list of certification categories is set forth in Article 14 of the Collective

    Bargaining Agreement between the City of Wyandotte and AFSCME Local #894.


    Examples of Work: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the

    following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected

    to perform).

    • Perform the more difficult and complex repair work involving heavy automotive and other

    equipment such as cranes, tractors, graders, sweepers and trucks.

    • Adjust, repair and replace parts in engines, transmissions, differentials and other equipment.

    • Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair operations.

    • Perform bumping, painting, heating, drilling, bolting, welding, brazing, soldering or cutting

    operations.

    • Make repairs to the electrical systems of automotive and power driven equipment.

    • Inspect bodies and replace body units and fixtures.

    • Reline and adjust brakes and make repairs to hydraulic systems.

    • Perform motor tune-ups on all types of automotive equipment.

    • Perform welding operations.

    • Perform front end alignment, balance wheels, repair tires and replace shock absorbers.

    • Operate a variety of power operated and hand tools and equipment used in automotive repair

    and maintenance work.

    • Prepare records and reports.

    • Perform related work as required.

    • Work as an Operator or Laborer when needed.


    Desirable Qualifications for Employment: Considerable knowledge of the standard practices,

    methods, tools and equipment used in maintaining, repairing and rebuilding a variety of

    automotive and power-driven equipment. Considerable knowledge of internal combustion

    engines, automotive electricity, transmissions, differentials, brakes, carburetors and other

    components of automotive equipment. Reasonable knowledge of welding and cutting

    techniques. Skill in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in automotive repair

    and maintenance activities. Ability to analyze and repair mechanical failures in heavy

    automotive and other equipment. Mechanical aptitude. Familiarity of computers and ability to

    utilize a computer to analyze mechanical failures. Physical agility. Ability to work effectively

    with others.


    Acceptable Experience and Training: 

    An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

    • Graduation from an accredited High School, including or supplemented by, technical

    training in general shop and auto repair work.

    • Several years responsible experience in repairing and overhauling a variety of heavy and

    other automotive and power-driven equipment.


AMI Specialist 2 - Electric T&D/Full Time/Non-Union/WMS

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of AMI Specialist 2 - Electric T&D/Full TIme/Non-Union/WMS. See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Department: Electric 

    Job Title: AMI Specialist 2 Shift: Days

    Employment Status: Full Time – Non-Exempt Regular Hours/Week: 40 hours

    Required Driver’s License: Not Required

    General Statement of Duties: An employee in this classification will perform a variety of tasks

    associated with using applications to collect, report, file, and maintain various information

    required for billing, customer service, work orders, and the collection of utility usage data.

    Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of the Electric

    Department Supervision or an employee of a higher grade as designated.

    Supervision Exercised: The employee shall be required to organize their own work and at

    times, provide work direction of union employees in the collection of billing and customer data.

    Essential Job Functions: An employee in this job may be called upon to perform any or all of

    the following tasks: Initiate contracts, service orders, connects, disconnects, and confirm usage

    for electric and water services by preparing various reports and communications. Perform

    required record keeping and filing duties in various areas as directed. Gather and edit billing

    data, review exception reporting, create re-read lists in the appropriate applications such as the

    Aclara system, Badger system, and Gridstream. Must upload and download data from hand held

    devices. Operate, maintain, and configure the meter applications and various BS&A software

    applications such as work orders, purchase order, and utility billing. In addition, the employee

    shall be responsible for running bill files in each system for each cycle from Badger, Aclara &

    Landis & Gyr systems and understand the Large Customer Billing. Auditing of customer

    accounts, assisting CSR’s when needed, tracking and entering responses through the NJUNUS

    system, monitoring and responding to CRAS, along with other assignments as directed by

    management. Employee must be able to react to new assignments positively and handle tasks as

    they arise. Must be able to work overtime as required.

    Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: An employee in this job title must have: A High

    School education with good math skills, and reasonable knowledge in the use of computers and a variety of office equipment. The employee must have the ability to learn and use the meter

    reading software of Aclara, Badger, and Gridstream and BS&A software applications. Must have

    the ability to assemble and compile data and interpret the results with accuracy. Be proficient

    with Microsoft Office including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Have the ability to communicate

    fluently and write effectively in English. Possess reasonable mechanical aptitude and the ability

    to comprehend and fully understand instructions. The employee must possess reasonable hand

    eye coordination, possess sufficient strength and agility required to perform light to medium

    manual tasks as listed under the “Physical Demands of Position Section”; be able to maintain

    positive attitude, and communicate and work safely and effectively with other people.

    2

    Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a possible candidate for this position, an

    employee must meet the requirements listed under the "Required Knowledge, Skills and

    Ability", "Safety Precautions" and "Physical Demands of Position" sections. Successful

    completion of the probationary period will be determined by skill, accuracy in the performance

    of duties, educational development and basic knowledge of duties associated with the

    classification.

    Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to properly operate a computer and equipment found in an office setting.

    Safety Precautions: The successful candidate must be able to wear protective equipment such

    as safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and other equipment as required and provided. The employee must be able to comply with all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA safety policies and procedures associated with the industry.

    Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must be able to: Work indoors under varying temperature conditions. Be mentally alert, have good initiative and judgment, and have good speaking ability. The employee shall be able to meet physical demands and be able to stand 45% of the time, walk 10% of the time and sit 45% of the time; Be able to perform

    stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching and be able to speak, hear, see (color vision required)

    , and have dexterous hands.

    Rate: $16.50/Hourly

Full Time Equipment Specialist - ConneX

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Full Time Equipment Specialist - ConneX. See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Department: Cable Telecommunications 

    Date: February 2023

    Job Title: Equipment Specialist 

    Shift: Afternoons

    Employment Status: Full Time

    Hours/Week: 40 hours. Some overtime may be required

    Required Driver's License: Operators


    General Statement of Duties: An employee (he/she) in this classification will perform a variety of general tasks including all functions related to preparing equipment for installs and service. The employee will assist in developing procedures of work flow pertaining to video (legacy, advanced Vu-It TiVo platforms, & streaming) internet (wired, wireless, advanced set top connections, and fiber optics) and digital telephone services. The employee will assist in preparing, completing and closing a variety of work orders, be responsible for keeping inventory of all cable equipment, assist in buying and selling of equipment, assist in testing and troubleshooting for new and existing equipment. Be responsible for all cable dispatch activities and work with customer service techs, maintenance techs, customer service representatives as well as other WMS employees, contractors and all partnership providers and systems including but not limited to Momentum, BBX, Broadhub, BS&A and RPM (integrated Broadband Services and HITS/CMS). The employee will schedule appointments for installations and service with customer directly and assist customers in troubleshooting their cable boxes, modems and EMTA's.

    Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of the CATV assistant Superintendent or designee.


    Essential Job Functions: An employee in this job title may be called upon to perform any or all clerical tasks pertaining to the record keeping for completing work orders of (legacy, advanced Vu-it TiVo platforms, & streaming) internet (wired, wireless, advanced set top connections, & fiber optics), and digital phone services, assisting in preparing equipment for installation and/or service as well as from time to time compiling reports, assist in preparing and completing all field orders; and perform associated file maintenance. Preparing legacy converters, advanced Vu-It TiVo converters, streaming devices, cable modems (wired, wireless, advanced set top connections, fiber modems) digital phone modems for installation and/or service work orders, assign work orders to Service Technicians, operate a computer for inventory, provisioning customer accounts and billing systems.

    Assist in the performance of duties associated with the other personnel assigned to the Converter room and General Storeroom inventory; In addition, the employee shall be able to react to new assignments positively and handle tasks as they arise. An employee in this job title may be called upon to perform any or all of the following tasks: prepare converters & modems (all types) for field orders by assigning serial numbers, tag numbers, MAC numbers and other associated identifying information. Burn in new converters and other equipment to prepare for system usage. Prepare work orders and other documents such as installation and service orders by using a computer terminal. These tasks do not represent all of the work an employee of this classification may be required to perform and there may be other tasks as assigned.


    Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: An employee in this job title must: Have a High School education with reasonable knowledge of computers and a variety of office equipment. Knowledge of word, spreadsheet, presentation and database programs preferably Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Access. Employee must also have proven abilities utilizing BS&A, Broadhub, BBX, RPM software. The ability to communicate fluently and write effectively in English. Be able to demonstrate good customer relation skills. Have proficient math skills and the ability to assemble and compile data and interpret the results with accuracy; possess reasonable mechanical aptitude and the ability to comprehend and fully understand instructions. The employee must possess good, reasonable hand eye coordination, be in reasonable physical condition, possess sufficient strength, and agility required for light to medium manual tasks as listed under the "Physical Demands of Position Section"; be able to maintain a positive attitude, and communicate and work safely and .effectively with other people.


    Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a possible candidate for this position, an employee must meet the requirements listed under the "Required Knowledge, Skills and Ability", "Safety Precautions" and "Physical Demands of Position" sections. The employee shall be able to learn basic processing handling/repair of electronic equipment. Successful completion of the probationary period will be determined by skill, accuracy in the performance of duties, educational development and basic knowledge of duties associated with classification.


    Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to properly operate a computer and various office machines. The employee shall be able to learn to use small power tools such as electric drills and screw driver, and various manual hand tools (screw drivers, pliers, wrenches, cutters, etc.).


    Safety Precautions: The successful candidate must be able to wear protective equipment such as safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and other equipment as required and provided. The employee must be able to comply with all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA safety policies and procedures associated with the industry.


    Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must be able to: Work indoors and outdoors under varying temperature conditions, be mentally alert, have good initiative, judgment and have good speaking ability. The employee shall be able to meet physical demands requiring 25-35 pounds lifting, 35 pounds carrying, and 50 pounds pulling. Be able to stand 30% of the time, walk 10% of the time and sit 60%of the time. Be able to perform stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching. Be able to speak, hear, see (color vision required), and have dexterous hands.


    Rate: Non-Exempt Salary- Commensurate with experience and ability


Seasonal Grounds Crew - Recreation Department 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of seasonal grounds crew. See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    The City of Wyandotte is accepting applications in the Recreation Department for Part-Time

    Seasonal Grounds Crew. Working hours will be Monday thru Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,

    with a maximum of twenty nine (29) hours per week.


    Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. If you are interested in applying,

    applications are available at the City’s website www.wyandotte.net. 


    Please complete the

    application and return it to Anne Goudy, Human Resources, at Wyandotte City Hall, 3200 Biddle

    Avenue, Wyandotte, Michigan from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday.


    If you have any questions please contact Anne Goudy, Human Resources, at 734-324-4543, or by

    email at cityjobs@wyandottemi.gov, or Sheryl Riley, Superintendent of Recreation, at 734-324-

    7294, or by email at sriley@wyandottemi.gov.

    Supervision: Employee will be under the direction of the Recreation Maintenance Foreman

    Statement of Duties: Employees in this class work under close supervision of a department head

    to be knowledgeable about the facets of work which may include simple manual labor, operation

    of certain equipment and perform related duties.


    Examples of Duties Which May Be Performed:

    • Prepping Athletic Fields

    • Playground and Park Maintenance, including weed whipping, grass cutting, mulch

    spreading, painting, ect.

    • Light janitorial cleaning

    Qualifications:

    Physical condition adequate to perform work

    Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions

    Valid driver’s license

    Must pass a work physical and drug test


Full Time Building Inspector 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Full Time Building Inspector. See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    The City of Wyandotte, an outstanding and historical Downriver Community, is looking for a

    qualified individual to join the City’s Department of Engineering and Building. The goal of the

    Department is to maintain and improve the City of Wyandotte through enforcement of building

    codes and ordinances, and a wide variety of municipal and civil engineering projects and

    experiences. Join a stable, professional, energetic and dedicated staff that has demonstrated the

    ability to work together to continue to make Wyandotte a great place to work and live.


    General Statement of Duties: Perform plan review and inspection services to maintain health and safety through enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances, and assist in the improvement and maintenance of public buildings.


    Distinguishing Features of the Class: The Building Inspector is responsible for ensuring that

    plans, specifications, and buildings in the process of construction, meet all code and ordinance

    requirements through plan review and site inspections. An employee in this class must regularly exercise technical judgment and discretion based on familiarity with various ordinances and code regulations for which they are responsible for enforcing. Work is supervised by the City Engineer through conferences and review of reports.


    Examples of Work: (Illustrative Only)

    • Review plans for buildings for compliance with codes and ordinances, coordinate plan reviews

    with other disciplines prior to issuance of permits, and approve the issuing of building permits;

    • Perform field inspections during residential and commercial construction: sewer taps, footings,

    backfill, framing, brick flashing, insulation, concrete formwork, site grading, and final

    acceptance for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances;

    • Review and approve blueprints and site plans of commercial buildings for egress requirements,

    barrier free compliance, fire separation, penetrations, and parking requirements. Work closely

    with the Fire Chief;

    • Receive and process applications for Certificate of Occupancy for the use of buildings and/or

    use of land and review for compliance with the requirements of the Wyandotte Zoning

    Ordinance;

    • Advise builders and homeowners how to mitigate building and housing concerns;

    • Perform rental and upon sale inspections;

    • Compose inspection reports, document violations, and maintain records utilizing City’s

    computer operating system, BS&A;

    • Manage capital improvement projects including design, bidding oversight, and contractor

    management for public building maintenance and improvement; 

    • Oversee Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation projects, including

    identifying qualifying repairs, verifying income restrictions, preparing work orders and

    specifications, soliciting quotes, supervising repairs, review and approval of contractor invoices

    and completing all documentation required.

    • Advise developers on zoning and building regulations regarding proposed new projects.


    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Familiarity with building construction materials and practices; ability to detect structural and

    other faults and to recommend their correction; experience with enforcing building codes and

    zoning ordinances; ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints accurately

    and to compare them with construction in process; ability to maintain effective working

    relationships with building owners and contractors, often in difficult work situations; good

    judgment; good physical condition.


    Acceptable Experience and Training:

    Experience in building construction work as a journeyman or master level craftsman, completion

    of a standard high school or vocational school course supplemented by additional courses in civil

    engineering or building code enforcement; or any equivalent combination of experience and

    training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.


    Requirements:

    • Registered as Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer with the State of Michigan or ability to

    become registered within six (6) months.

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).

    Additional Considerations:

    • Builders License (Michigan).

    • Civil Engineering Degree.

    • Architectural Degree.

Full Time Patrol Officer 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Full Time Patrol Officer. See attached job description for requirements.



Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Application Deadline: Open

    Position: Police Officer-Entry Level

    Hiring Process:

    • Physical Agility Test (Push-ups, Sit-ups, Mile run)

    • Intensive Background Investigation

    • Oral Board Interview

    • Chief Interview


    Benefits:

    Starting Salary: $51, 433.20

    6 Months: $53,442.48

    1ST Year: $57,482.88

    2ND Year: $61,588.80

    3RD Year: $65,672.88

    4TH Year: $69,691.44

    • Defined Benefit Pension

    • Annual Educational Reimbursement of $5,000.00

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

    • Healthcare Reimbursement ($400.00 monthly)


    Minimum Requirements:

    • Be a United States citizen

    • Age 21

    • Applicants must have completed or are planning to attend the police academy in the near future

    • Strong Work Ethic

    • Positive Attitude

    • Excellent Moral Character


    Preferred Qualifications, though not required:

    • Associate Degree

    • Law Enforcement Experience

    • Military Service 

Cable Service Technician (WMS) 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Cable Service Technician (WMS) . See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Department: Cable Telecommunications 


    Job Title: CATV SERVICE TECH Shift: This position may require Afternoon, Saturday & Holiday

    Employment Status: Full Time - Hourly shifts as well as Days

    Regular Hours/Week: 40 hours


    Required Drivers License: Operators


    General Statement of Duties: An employee in this position (he/she) shall perform a variety of tasks

    related to installing, servicing and maintaining WMS Telecommunications services including Video, Internet, VoIP Digital Telephone and to perform any related work as required.


    Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of the CATV Service and

    Installation Supervisor or an employee of higher grade or as directed.


    Supervision Exercised: Light supervision may be exercised over others as may be assigned and the

    employee may be required to organize their own work.

    Essential Job Functions: An employee in this job title may be called upon to perform any or all of the following tasks: install customer drops, both aerial and underground, install both inside and outside wiring. Install various models of converters to provide analog, digital,HD and MOCA services, install cable internet modems, install digital telephone modems, configure television sets/settings and troubleshoot customer installations of video, internet and telephone services. Configure customer, PCs/laptops and smart devices to connect to the internet (including installing Network Interface Cards if required) and set up Wyandotte Online email accounts. Organize, document, file, fill out, submit and all other tasks associated with paperwork relating to customer installation and service work orders. Help in

    inventory records preparation including labeling and identifying all customer premise equipment

    deployed to and used in homes and/or businesses and assist in the disposal of decommissioned boxes, modems and other equipment. Train other employees in customer installations and trouble shooting procedures. Use various test instruments and meters. Assist in maintenance of tower and Headend equipment as directed. Study and train for the CATV Maintenance Technician position. Unloading trucks, janitorial work, and light maintenance. In addition, the employee shall be able to react to new assignments positively and handle tasks as they arise.


    Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: The successful candidate must have: Reasonable

    knowledge and skills necessary to use CATV related equipment, tools, materials, procedures, methods and safety practices required in the installation, maintenance and repair of customer service drops and related equipment. The ability to communicate and write effectively in English to prepare accurate records and reports and to fully understand instructions. Tact in dealing with the public. Possess good mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with various hand and power tools. Possess good hand eye coordination, be in good physical condition and health to possess the sufficient strength, endurance and agility required to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions as listed under the


    "Physical Demands of Position Section"


    Be able to maintain a positive attitude, and communicate and work safely and the ability to work effectively with other employees. Possess reasonable knowledge of the necessary safety precautions to be taken in working from heights and elevated platforms. Successful

    completion of assigned training programs is required.  2


    Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a candidate for this position, an employee (he/she)

    should have the equivalent of the following training and experience: Graduate from an accredited high school with minimum High School Algebra and/or good math skills. Minimum of 6 months experience in the installation and service of customer service drops. Knowledge of the electronic theory and CATV applications. In addition, the candidate shall meet the requirements of the "Safety Precautions" and

    "Physical Demands of Position" sections. Promotability will be determined by skill, accuracy in the performance of duties, knowledge of Cable TV theory, and basic knowledge of the trade. The successful applicant must have and maintain a valid state of Michigan driver’s license. Successful completion of probationary period will be determined by management in conjunction with parameters set forth in the Union Contract and Wyandotte Municipal Services work rules.


    Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to learn to use and properly operate a 27' bucket truck and various other CATV related vehicles. The employee shall use and wear safety equipment such as a hard hat, safety glasses, goggles, and rubber gloves. The employee shall be required to learn to use and properly operate various test instruments and meters, including but not limited to: metallic and optical time domain reflectometers, signal level meters, Volt/Ohm meters, and return path

    analyzers. The employee must also be able to effectively use ladders, gas and electric drills, saws, pumps, hand tools such as screw drivers, wrenches, and hammers, levers, ropes, slings, block and tackle, various related materials, connectors and devices; and observe all safety requirements while doing so.


    Safety Precautions : The successful candidate must be able to become CPR and first aid certified, wear protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, climbing safety belts and comply with all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA safety policies and procedures associated with the industry.


    Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must: Be able to work outdoors under extreme and varying weather conditions and indoors in homes and businesses. Be mentally alert, be creative, have good math abilities, have good judgment, speaking ability, and initiative. Be able to meet heavy physical demands requiring 80 pounds lifting, 80 pounds carrying, and 80 pounds pulling. Be able to stand approximately 20% of the time, walk 70% of the time and sit 10% of the time. Be able to perform the required climbing, working from high elevations of 20+', working within confined spaces

    such as crawlspaces and attics, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and extremes in reaching. Be able to speak, hear (to adjust sound levels), see (color vision required to determine TV color settings,), and have dexterous hands.


    Rate: Per Union Contract 

Part-Time Work Force Officer-27th District Court 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Part-Time Work Force Officer-27th District Court.  See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Position: PART TIME – Work Force Officer (Male)


    Pay Rate: $11.50/Hour

    Schedule: 10 – 20 hours per week: 7:30am – 1:30pm


    Responsibilities include:

    Drives the work program van to transport individuals to and from worksites.

    Monitors individuals for compliance with work program rules. Maintains a daily record of check in and attendance for work force participants.

    Maintaining control and security of defendants ordered to the work force program while on the

    road performing assigned tasks.


    Qualifications:

    Applicants must possess a High School Diploma.

    Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an excellent driving record.

    No Criminal History.



    To Apply: *EMAIL application, resume and cover letter to cityjobs@wyandottemi.gov


    *MAIL application, resume and cover letter to the following address:


    City of Wyandotte/27th District Court

    Attn: Anne Goudy

    3200 Biddle Avenue Suite 300

    Wyandotte, MI 48192

    Deadline to apply: Until Filled 

Part-Time Emergency Dispatchers (Wyandotte Police/Downriver Central Dispatch) 

The City of Wyandotte is accepting resumes/applications for the position of Part-Time Emergency Dispatchers (Wyandotte Police/Downriver Central Dispatch) .  See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Hourly Rate: $16.63 per hour


    Schedule: Part-time position; 29 hours per week (Primarily Off-Hours)


    General Statement of Duties: Receive 911/non-emergency calls for the cities of

    Wyandotte, Lincoln Park, Allen Park, and Southgate. Dispatch and communicate calls

    to the proper discipline, e.g. police, fire, EMS. Monitor radio transmissions and LEIN

    messages. Perform LEIN and RMS checks upon request of police officers.


    Responsibilities include:

    • Effectively manage each call per established policies & procedures

    • Gather critical information and relay that information to responding emergency

    units

    • Provide EMD (pre-arrival instructions) to persons in need of immediate life-saving

    intervention when necessary

    • Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism


    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent communication skills; the ability

    to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the

    public; be proficient with a computer; possess competent keyboarding (typing) skills.


    Basic Requirements:

    • High School Diploma or GED

    • Minimum 18 years of age

    • No Felony Convictions

    • Good Moral Character

    • Ability and Willingness to work Midnights, Weekends, and Holidays

Part-Time/Seasonal DPS Laborer

The Department of Public Services is accepting applications for part-time/seasonal public service workers/laborers. 

Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or 
via email

  • Job Description

    The City of Wyandotte is accepting applications for Department of Public Services Part-Time

    Seasonal Laborer. 


    The rate of pay will be $11.00 per hour. 


    Working hours will be Monday thru

    Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a maximum of thirty (30) hours per week.

    If you are interested in applying, applications are available at the City’s website www.wyandotte.net. Please complete the application and return it to Anne Goudy, Human

    Resources, at Wyandotte City Hall, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte, Michigan from 8:00 a.m.

    to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday.


    If you have any questions please contact Anne Goudy, Human Resources, at 734-324-4543, or

    by email at cityjobs@wyandottemi.gov, or Jon Allen, Superintendent Department of Public

    Service, at 734-324-4585, or by email at jallen@wyandottemi.gov.


    Supervision: Employee will be under the direction of a DPS Supervisor General Statement of Duties: Employees in this class work under close supervision of a department head to be knowledgeable about the facets of work which may include simple manual labor, operation of certain equipment and perform related duties.


    Examples of Duties Which May Be Performed:

    Gardening with the use of hand equipment.

    Watering of grass and trees.

    Cutting grass with the use of hand mowers.

    Cleaning and maintenance of DPS garage.

    Pickup of litter in public areas.

    Painting of fences, buildings, etc.

    Maintenance of public facilities in parks.

    Assist, in a training capacity, in street patching, such as raking and shoveling concrete or asphalt

    cold patch, use of air hose, removal of cement and use of jackhammer.

    Assist, in a training capacity, in minor building repair work.

    Assist, in a training capacity, in the maintenance and installation of traffic and street signs.

    Manual Laborers may be asked to operate/drive the following stated equipment: Dump trucks,

    tractors, cars, vans, pick-up and sign trucks. NOTE: Other equipment may be included if agreed

    upon by the Supervisor and employee.


    Qualifications:

    Physical condition adequate to perform work.

    Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

    Valid drivers license.

Full-Time Journeyman Lineman 

The City of Wyandotte/Wyandotte Municipal Services is accepting resumes/applications for the position of full time Journeyman Lineman. See attached job description for requirements.


Submit resumes and application to the City of Wyandotte, Human Resources Department, Attn: Anne Goudy, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Ste. 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 or via email

  • Job Description

    Department: Electric Operations 


    Job Title: Journeyman Lineman Shift: Days


    Employment Status: Full Time - Hourly Regular 

    Hours/Week: 40 hours


    Required Driver’s License: CDL - A


    General Statement of Duties: The successful candidate (he/she) shall perform a variety of tasks

    related to the construction, repair, inspection, installation and maintenance of Electric

    Transmission and Distribution Systems and other related work as required.


    Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of a Line Crew Leader

    or foreman.


    Supervision Exercised: Light supervision is exercised over others as may be assigned.


    Essential Job Functions: The employee shall able to repair, construct, maintain, install and

    inspect High voltage Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems. Perform all work using

    the necessary safety precautions required when working on high voltage lines. Possess

    reasonable knowledge and skill to perform physically demanding tasks such as assembling,

    lifting and installing crossarm assemblies and other materials associated to the trade. Possess the Required skills necessary to use line related heavy equipment, work with various hand and

    power tools. In addition, the employee shall be able to react to new assignments positively and

    handle tasks as they arise.


    Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: 


    The successful candidate must : An Employee in this job title shall be any mechanic having four (4) or more years’ experience in the trade indicated by

    his classification and possessing the required knowledge, skill, ability and certification to enable

    him to satisfactorily perform the work required in a high voltage electric utility system. Have a

    High School Education with good math skills, the ability to comprehend electrical theory and

    communicate effectively in writing. Possess physical agility and ability as a climber. Possess

    good mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to fully understand instructions. Possess

    good hand eye coordination, be in good physical condition, possess sufficient strength, endurance

    and agility required to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions as listed

    under the "Physical Demands of Position Section". Be able to maintain a positive attitude, and

    communicate and work safely and effectively with other people. Possess reasonable knowledge

    of the necessary safety precautions to be taken in working on high voltage lines. Possess

    reasonable knowledge and skill to perform physically demanding tasks such as assembling,

    lifting and installing crossarm assemblies and other materials associated to the trade. Possess the required skills necessary to use line related heavy equipment, work with various hand and power tools. 


    Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a possible candidate for this position, an

    employee must meet the requirements listed under the "Required Knowledge, Skills and Ability",


    "Safety Precautions" and "Physical Demands of Position" sections. In addition, he/she must be

    able to pass a linemen physical examination. Promotability will be determined by skill, accuracy

    in the performance of duties, development of electrical theory, and basic knowledge of the trade.


    Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to learn to use and

    properly operate a Digger Derrick line truck with trailer, 55' bucket truck and various other line

    related vehicles. The employee shall use and wear safety equipment such as a hard hat, safety

    glasses, goggles, high voltage rubber gloves and sleeves, etc. The employee shall be required to

    learn to use and properly operate hydraulic jacks, tamps, presses, gas drills, saws, pumps, screw

    drivers’ wrenches, hammers, levers, ropes, slings block and tackle, various line related materials,

    connectors and devices.


    Safety Precautions: The successful candidate must become CPR and first aid certified, wear

    protective equipment, and be able to comply to all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA safety policies

    and procedures associated with the industry.


    Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must: be able to work outdoors under extreme and varying weather conditions and in an indoor industrial environment. Be mentally alert, have acute senses, be creative, have good math abilities, have good judgment, speaking ability, and initiative. Be able to meet heavy physical demands requiring 90 pounds lifting, 90 pounds carrying, and 90 pounds pulling. Be able to stand 45% of the time, walk 45% of the time and sit 10% of the time. Be able to perform the required climbing, working from high

    elevations, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and extremes in reaching. Be able to speak,

    hear, see (color vision not required), have good depth perception and have dexterous hands.


    Rate: See Article XXVI Exhibit A Electric distribution Department Group 1 for current rates.

Probationary Firefighter

Testing for Firefighter/Paramedic positions in the City of Wyandotte is handled through EMPCO, Inc., which provides a statewide recruiting and hiring consortium serving public safety agencies.
EMPCO has partnered with several fire departments in Michigan to develop a system to assist candidates for entry level positions as Firefighter/Paramedics. Participating fire departments ask you to take an entry-level examination, generally referred to as pre-employment tests, at a nearby test site as the first step in this process. Your test score, name, address, email address and a brief profile that you complete will be available to every participating fire department in the state that you select. 

Additional information about this system and list of fire departments participating in the system can be found on the EMPCO website. 

  • Job Description

    To be eligible for hire by the Wyandotte Fire Department, external candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications: 


    Take and pass the EMPCO pre-employment exam;

    Possession of high school diploma or equivalent;

    State of Michigan Firefighter I and II Certification;

    State of Michigan Paramedic License;

    Hazardous Materials Operations Level

    Vision correctable to 20/20 in both eyes;

    Valid Mich. Operator’s License w/ good driving record; No record of criminal conviction;

    Physical condition appropriate for the position;

    Applicants must pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) offered through the Conference of Western Wayne (CWW) Firefighter Testing Program.  CPAT results are valid for one (1) year.  

    Candidates must complete the exam and submit all required documentation no later than May 22, 2022, for consideration.


    For additional information, please contact: 


    City of Wyandotte

    Human Resources Department

    3200 Biddle Ave.

    Wyandotte, MI  48192

    cityjobs@wyandottemi.gov


    For testing, please visit www.empco.net

  • WHEN TO APPLY

    If you're ready to make a career move, or are just getting started at your first job, Wyandotte has plenty of employment options. 

  • HOW TO APPLY

    You can typically reach out and apply directly to one of our local businesses via their website or by calling. We also offer a form (below) to submit your information and resume. We have several businesses in the area that receive these submissions. Based on the type of your you are looking for and your experience, you may hear back from a Wyandotte business for an employment opportunity!

  • WHAT TO INCLUDE

    Having all of your information ready and available for employers to verify is a must. Some of the basics most employers are looking for are, but are not limited to:

    • Resume with references 
    • Vaid ID
    • Current address
    • The ability to work legally in the United States

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