Equipment Operator 9Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4706630) ApplyEquipment Operator 9Salary$25.39 - $32.63 HourlyLocation Augusta, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeJob NumberFC-24-103DepartmentMilitary and Veterans AffairsOpening Date11/01/2024Closing Date11/12/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitN/A
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Job DescriptionThe purpose of this position is to operate gasoline and diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment including, but not limited to motor graders, excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, wheel loader, tractors, earth scrapers, cranes, fork trucks, scissor and boom lifts, and large dump trucks. Employee will operate specialized equipment associated with the repair and maintenance of Fort Custer Training Centers infrastructure and training areas. This includes, but not limited to mowing of right-of-ways, road repair and building, maintaining ditches, develop and maintain ordnance ranges, and perform preventive maintenance on the equipment utilized on assigned tasks. The employee performs a full range of equipment operator assignments; but will seek guidance when making decisions where alternatives are determined by established procedures, methods, and practices. The job duties require the employee to have a Class A Commercial Driver License and this position is subject to random drug testing. To view the full position description, please clickhere (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD%20FC-24-103%20Updated1.pdf) .This position is test-designated and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Required Education and ExperienceEducation Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school. ExperienceThree years of experience operating motorized equipment used in construction, maintenance, heavy transport, agriculture, or forestry including two years equivalent to an Equipment Operator 8.Alternate Education and ExperienceCompletion of vocational training that provided practical experience in operating equipment used by these classifications may be substituted for six months of experience.Additional Requirements and InformationSome positions in this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle. View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EquipmentOperator.pdfState employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/2401 DMVA - Are you currently employed by the State of Michigan in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)?
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EQUPOPR - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
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EQUPOPR - Do you possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988?
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EQUPOPRA – Do you possess at least three years of experience operating motorized equipment used in construction, maintenance, heavy transport, agriculture, or forestry including two years equivalent to an Equipment Operator 8.
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How many years of experience do you possess working with heavy equipment?
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Please describe your experience with working with heavy equipment.
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How many years of experience do you possess maintaining and repairing heavy equipment?
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Please describe your experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment.
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How many years of experience do you possess maintaining and repairing roads?
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Please describe your experience maintaining and repairing roads.
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How many years of experience do you possess removing snow with heavy equipment or road trucks?
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Please describe your experience removing snow with heavy equipment or road trucks.
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DMVA - This agency requires 3 professional references, including current and previous supervisors. Have you listed these references in your application? If not, please do so.
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Have you attached any certificates or trades licenses?
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AgencyState of MichiganDepartmentMilitary and Veterans AffairsAddressNoelle Rouse3423 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.Lansing, Michigan, 48906-2934Phone517-481-7785Websitehttps://www.michigan.gov/DMVAApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email
