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Laborer - Department of Public Works

City of Sterling Heights, MI

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 26 days ago
  • $24.77 Per Hour

Highlights

Under the supervision of the Division Supervisor, a Laborer is integral to the DPW's field operations and expected to perform a variety of maintenance, repair, and replacement tasks associated with the City's public infrastructure, including major and local roads and water, storm water, and sanitary sewer systems. Carrying out the DPW's mission requires that a Laborer be task-oriented, hardworking, and committed to producing exemplary public services for the City's residents and businesses.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSterling Heights, MI

Description

The City of Sterling Heights is seeking a Full-Time Laborer within the Department of Public Works!

  • Pay starting at $24.7651/hr.
  • Pay increases on your anniversary date and annually on July 1st
  • Generous paid holiday schedule and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Premium healthcare coverage for employee and their dependents
  • Dental, Vision, and Disability Benefits at no cost
  • 401a with employer match
  • $2,500 annual contribution into a Retiree Post Employment Health Plan
  • Access to an Employee Health & Wellness Center staffed with a physician and nurse for employee and dependents!
  • …and so much more!

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Division Supervisor, a Laborer is integral to the DPW's field operations and expected to perform a variety of maintenance, repair, and replacement tasks associated with the City's public infrastructure, including major and local roads and water, storm water, and sanitary sewer systems. A Laborer must be proficient in operating vehicles and equipment essential to these job tasks. Carrying out the DPW's mission requires that a Laborer be task-oriented, hardworking, and committed to producing exemplary public services for the City's residents and businesses.

Minimum Requirements

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent
  • Ability to perform essential job functions as listed in the job description
  • Valid unrestricted Michigan Driver's License and possess a good driving record
  • A valid Group B State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License with Air Brakes endorsement is required at time of appointment
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions

For the full job description, click HERE

Check out the recruitment brochure for further information and details via the following link: DPW Laborer Recruitment Brochure

To view the Summary of Compensation and Benefits document, please click the following link: Summary of Compensation and Benefits - DPW Laborer

Applications must be submitted by the end of the day on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

EOE/M/F/D

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