Public Service Employee - Public Works & Environmental Services

Public Service Employee•Public Works & Environmental Services City of East Lansing•3.8 East Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time $22.26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave 457(b) Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Adoption assistance Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Commercial truck driving CDL A Driver's License Air Brake Endorsement Full Job Description Are you a friendly, service-oriented individual with a desire to learn new skills who is seeking an opportunity to work with a dedicated team of individuals? Look no further! The City of East Lansing is seeking a Public Service Employee . This position, under the supervision of the Operations Administrator or designee of Public Works & Environmental Services, performs a variety of duties related to the care and maintenance of the City within an assigned division. Staff are assigned to divisions related to road network maintenance, parks/buildings landscape maintenance, sewer system maintenance, water system maintenance, and sanitation/recycling services. This position performs a wide range of general labor tasks and operates both light and heavy-duty equipment while following standard safety procedures and regulations. Experience related to the divisions listed above or other manual/skilled labor position is preferred; however, willingness and eagerness to serve the needs of this community is most preferable and training is provided for all operations, tools, and equipment. Must be available for both scheduled and emergency after-hours duty in a variety of weather conditions throughout the year.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Competitive salary with annual cost of living increases Retirement programs including a hybrid pension (10% of salary) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan $1,000 annual employer contribution to post-employment Health Care Savings Plan 14 paid holidays Generous leave accrual 30 calendar days of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child Health coverage (or receive a $150 monthly buy-out if you have coverage from another source), family dental and vision plan premiums fully covered by the city Life insurance w/optional supplemental coverage, and Long-Term Disability insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and daycare expenses An Employee Assistance Program, offering free counseling and support for employees and families Qualify for "Public Service Loan Forgiveness" which forgives eligible student loans for borrowers who work at least ten years in public service An ever-changing work environment! In the dynamic work of Public Works, each day presents new and exciting challenges that keep your work fresh, engaging, and stimulating

FLSA :

Non-Exempt Union Affiliation:

East Lansing Independent Employees Union (ELIEU) Staff Hired with a CDL A License are eligible for a $2,500.00 signing bonus. (Staff receiving the one-time signing bonus must stay 14-Months or Pay Back•paid out as $500 a month, for the first five months, at the first of the month.)

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Qualifications Must possess an unrestricted Michigan driver's license, and be able to obtain, or already have, a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with air brakes, within 90 days from date of hire. The City provides full CDL training preparation, first round testing fees and vehicle for testing for candidates hired without a current CDL license. Additionally, to perform the essential functions of the job, an individual could be involved in lifting heavy objects, bending, twisting, stooping, walking and standing, for long periods of time during the work shift. Previous work experience should reflect a good attendance and timeliness record. Additionally, to perform the essential functions of the job, an individual may be required to maintain physical condition necessary to stand and walk for long periods of time, with moderate to heavy lifting, carrying, climbing, kneeling, bending and exposure to varying weather conditions, odors, fumes, and noise.

Job Details Category Full-Time Employment Status Open Salary Pay Rate:

$22.2573/hour•$28.0018 /hour

Work Schedule:

7:30 a.m.•3:00 p.m., Monday•Friday Posted June 2, 2026 12:30 PM Closing Open Until Filled