Laborer

Notice of Employment Opportunity

The following full-time job posting will remain open until

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 :

LABORER (FULL-TIME)

Public Works

Shift : Monday – Friday, 7 : 30 a.m. – 3 : 30 p.m. | Multiple Positions Available

Starting Rate of Pay : $24.82 / Hour (2025 Pay Scale) | $25.56 / Hour (2026 Pay Scale)

2026 Scheduled Increases : $27.83 / Hour after 6 months, $30.03 / Hour after 12 months,

$32.34 / Hour after 18 months, $34.66 / Hour after 24 months

Applications are being accepted for the Public Works Laborer position. Applications received during this process will also be used to create an eligibility list that will be used to fill any additional vacancies that may occur in the Public Works Laborer position in the next twelve months.

Employees in this job classification are members of the AFSCME Union.

Canton Township is a reciprocal unit as defined in the

Reciprocal Retirement Act, Act 88 of 1961.

Possession of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N, or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan is required at the time of job offer. Applicants that do not have the CDL Group B with Airbrakes and Endorsement N are strongly encouraged to begin the process of obtaining the learner's permit now, by preparing for and taking the written exam at the Secretary of State.

Date Posted : November 7, 2025

Job Description and Hiring Process attached

JOB DESCRIPTION

PUBLIC WORKS LABORER

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES :

This is moderately difficult labor in a variety of public works construction and maintenance operations. Employee is responsible for performing the work in a safe and efficient manner. Specific work assignments are received from a supervisor and work is normally performed under direct supervision; however, routine or repetitive tasks may be performed without supervision once they are learned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION : (Note : These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed)

• Operates a power mower, truck, tractor and other equipment.
• Performs the installation of water taps.
• Performs repairs of watermains.
• Performs repairs and maintenance of fire hydrants.
• Performs storm water structure inspections.
• Performs MS4 compliance inspections.
• Performs cleaning of sewer mains.
• Performs inspection of sewer mains and manholes.
• Performs routine manual labor such as digging holes, trenches, snow shoveling and loading trucks.
• Performs the installation of water meters.
• Maintains positive relations with the community and public.
• Establishes effective working relationships with Township staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION :

Possession of Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N, or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan at the time of job offer. Must successfully pass the road test for the Group B, at applicant's own expense, within 180 days after employment with Canton Township.

DESIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Reasonable Accommodations : Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (734) 394-5260. We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Request for accommodations will be reviewed case-by-case.

Physical Demands

Lift / Carry

Push / Pull

REPORTS TO : Public Works Supervisor

Job Description Established : 12 / 8 / 2023

HIRING PROCESS :

PUBLIC WORKS LABORER (FULL-TIME)

Friday, November 7 through Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - Employment Applications Accepted

Friday, November 21, 2025 - Written Test Schedules sent out :

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - Timed Written Test

Monday, December 8, 2025 - Interview Schedules Emailed to Select Candidates

On or After Monday, December 15, 2025 – Oral Board Interviews

Upon Conclusion of the Oral Board Interviews - The Eligibility List will be Finalized

Contingent Job Offers

The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, height, weight, gender identity, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canton Township takes great pride in the diversity of our community and promotes diversity in the workforce.

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