Department of Public Works Technician

Department of Public Works Technician Hamburg Township Whitmore Lake, MI Job Details Full-time $26.76 - $33.41 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Equipment repair High school diploma or GED Analysis skills Driver's License Adaptability Analytical thinking Full Job Description Previous Work Experience Two years of experience with a sewer collection system, preferred. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Assumes responsibility for the general maintenance and repair of the sanitary sewer collection system lift, pump stations, residential grinder pumps, commercial duplex pumps, wastewater treatment plant equipment, and wastewater plant laboratory & maintenance. Performs "Miss Dig" location and staking requirements. Troubleshoots and repairs residential grinder pump failures and commercial duplex pump problems. Inspects installation of residential sewage grinder pumps, commercial duplex pumps, and lift stations to monitor conformance with Township requirements; initiates corrective action as necessary. Responds to work-related problems and emergency situations including sewer main breaks. Inspects industrial food service grease traps to assure compliance with related Township standards; initiates corrective action as necessary. Assists with maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment plant equipment. Reads residential, commercial and industrial water meters; maintains related records. Maintains current knowledge of local, state and federal mandates related to the operation of municipal sanitary sewer collection systems. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Work involves travel to various locations throughout the Township with exposure to adverse weather, raw sewage, fumes, odors, dust, noise, bodily injury, electrical and chemical hazards, confined work areas, and the like when performing assigned tasks. On-call availability to handle work problems, emergency situations, etc. at all hours is required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma plus completion of skilled trades program or equivalent training. Valid Michigan Driver's license. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with all levels of staff, external contractors, and the general public in the exchange of information. The incumbent is also required to handle problem situations in a tactful, courteous and respectful manner. Analytical ability and mechanical aptitude to develop plans of action to address a variety of sanitary sewer collection system problems in a cost-effective and timely manner. Physical ability to walk over various types of terrain and stand/reach/stoop/bend/ crouch/ kneel/climb when performing system maintenance and repair tasks. The incumbent is also required to transport items weighing up to 125 pounds and properly operate required tools and equipment. Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, and handle pressures related to emergency/problem situations. Please submit a completed Hamburg Township application and resume to: Hamburg Township Clerk P.O. Box 157 Hamburg, MI 48139-0157

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Opening Date:

May 20, 2026

Until Filled Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.76 - $33.41 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person