General Environmental Technician (II&III)

General Environmental Technician

Under general supervision, supervises a group of workers engaged in the more skilled ground maintenance activities, floriculturist activities, and / or janitorial activities.

Examples of Duties

Supervise and schedule the work of a moderately sized group of employees engaged in skilled ground maintenance activities, floriculturist activities and / or janitorial activities.

Inspect work performed to ensure conformance to specifications and established standards.

Instruct employees in the performance of their duties and in the care of building and grounds activities.

Order, store, and issue cleaning / janitorial supplies, perform cleaning / janitorial activities.

Pick up debris, mow lawns, seed, sod, fertilize, and water grass areas; plant, remove, spray, and mulch trees, shrubs, and evergreens.

Perform duties related to skilled ground maintenance activities, floriculturist activities, and / or janitorial activities.

Remove snow and apply salt to walkways and parking areas.

Perform duties in accordance with Departmental safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment and ensure proper safety precautions are taken, in accordance with MIOSHA standards.

Perform additional 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, or janitorial / cleaning work with use of cleaning equipment.

One (1) year of supervisory experience.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position. Employees are required to wear appropriate safety attire in accordance with departmental and OSHA safety regulations.

Licensing and Certifications : Valid State of Michigan Operator License; employees in the class will be required, when necessary, to operate a motor vehicle. Employees hired in Ground Maintenance and Landscape Design division are required to obtain a valid State of Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification with Categories : 3B (ornamental), 7E (interiorscape) or 6 (right of way) within six (6) months of being hired into the position.

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

Paid Time Off

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 :

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.

Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.