Equipment Operator - Class A or B CDL

🕒 Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week | Overtime Eligible

💵 Starting Pay: $21.79/hour

📅 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Weekends as needed)

Are you a skilled equipment operator with a CDL looking for a stable, full-time role with great benefits and variety in your workday? Join our team and help maintain the essential services that keep our city running smoothly!

🔧 Position Overview:

In your first two years, you'll work in the Environmental Services Division, performing recycling collection duties on the back of a recycling truck. During the winter season, on-call overtime is expected for snow and ice operations.

After that, you'll rotate through other divisions such as Streets, Forestry, and Parks Maintenance, gaining experience with a wide range of equipment and public service tasks.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities:

Environmental Services Division:

• Operate recycling and yard waste collection vehicles
• Safely load/unload containers and respond to curbside service issues
• Drive to material recovery or compost facilities

Streets Division:

• Operate dump trucks, snow plows, salters, and other heavy equipment
• Perform street repairs, snow removal, drainage maintenance, and more

Forestry & Parks Maintenance:

• Trim, plant, and remove trees
• Maintain parks, ball fields, and public spaces
• Perform building and equipment maintenance

All Divisions:

• Conduct daily vehicle inspections
• Maintain communication with supervisors
• Respond to emergencies in all weather conditions

✅ What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Michigan CDL – Class A or B
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in physically demanding conditions
• Comfort working outdoors in all weather, including nights and weekends
• Strong teamwork, communication, and safety awareness

🎁 What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: $21.79/hour
• Full Benefits Package, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • City-funded HSA contributions (up to $6,600)
  • Medical Waiver Stipend (up to $5,000/year)
  • Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Pet Insurance, LegalShield, IDShield
  • MI 529 Education Savings Program
  • Employee Assistance Program & Discounts

💪 If you're ready to take on a physically active, rewarding role with room to grow and serve your community, we want to hear from you!

View the full job description below.

BACKGROUND & DRUG SCREEN DISCLAIMER

The City of Ypsilanti is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment for all employees. As part of our hiring process, we conduct background checks and drug screenings to ensure the integrity of our workforce and the safety of our workplace.

Background checks may include verification of employment history, education, professional licenses, and any criminal records. Drug screenings may involve testing for illegal substances, prescription medications, and other controlled substances.

By applying for a position with the City of Ypsilanti, if selected, you consent to undergo background checks and drug screenings as part of the hiring process. Please note that refusal to participate in these screenings may result in disqualification from consideration for employment.

Please be assured that all information gathered during background checks and drug screenings will be treated confidentially and used solely for employment-related purposes.

If you have any questions or concerns about our background check and drug screening procedures, please feel free to contact our Human Resources department for clarification.

Human Resources Department
City of Ypsilanti