Employment Opportunities
Current Employment Opportunities
Transport participants to and from the Charter Township of Ypsilanti Community Center on various outings, and to ensure the safety of the passengers while in a Township vehicle.
Supervision Received
This position works under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator.
Responsibilities and Duties
An employee in this position may do any or all of the following essential duties. (These examples do not include all of the duties the employee maybe expected to perform.)
Essential Functions, Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications
necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Pay: $18.00/hour. Part-time with no benefits.
Closing Date: Until filled.
Supervision Received
This position works under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator.
Responsibilities and Duties
An employee in this position may do any or all of the following essential duties. (These examples do not include all of the duties the employee maybe expected to perform.)
- Drive Charter Township of Ypsilanti bus within prescribed route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging participants at designated stop(s).
- May operate wheelchair life; load and unload participants in wheelchairs on and off bus, inspecting wheelchair lift for operational safety; position and secure wheelchair in bus.
- Transport participants and chaperone on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed.
- Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle and report needed mechanical repairs when necessary.
- Service bus with unleaded fuel; check and, when necessary, fill tires.
- Perform periodical safety and completes necessary reports upon request.
- Wash bus and maintain cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition.
- Complete periodic mileage and other reports as needed.
- Attend various meetings regarding safety, first aid, and training updates as required.
- Perform related duties as required.
Essential Functions, Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications
necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
- High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
- Possess and maintain a valid and appropriate Michigan Chauffer Driver’s License meeting all State regulations.
- Possession of a safe driving record
- Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of safe driving practices.
- Experience in operating commercial passenger vehicles.
- Some mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties.
- Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure and in cases of accidents or other emergencies.
- Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.
- Ability to drive a bus safely and efficiently.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with supervisors and participants in the performance of required duties.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
- Occasional exposure to noise, fumes, smoke, chemicals, fuels, cleaners. City pollution environment.
- Constant periods of hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception and accommodation.
- Long periods of sitting.
- Some periods of standing and walking, climbing steps, stooping, bending, and reaching.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Assist riders on/off the bus.
- Knowledge of small bus operations, wheelchair lifts and securement is needed.
- Work involves travel to various locations with exposure to adverse weather, traffic hazards and the like.
Pay: $18.00/hour. Part-time with no benefits.
Closing Date: Until filled.
Perform routine custodial and building maintenance tasks across various Township locations and various shifts. Perform duties associated with facilities and grounds maintenance. Perform related duties as required.
Essential Functions, Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
Starting Salary: $19.91/hour
Closing Date: Until filled.
Job Description
Essential Functions, Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
- Graduation from High School or equivalent.
- One year of janitorial or building maintenance experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of standard building cleaning procedures, practices and materials.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and practices as applied in custodial and maintenance work.
- Ability to use interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the public, co-workers and officials.
- Ability to read, interpret and follow written instructions.
- General computer skills to access emails and work orders.
- Possess a keen eye for detail.
- Must be available to work flexible shift schedules.
Starting Salary: $19.91/hour
Closing Date: Until filled.
Job Description
Employment Application
The Charter Township of Ypsilanti is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. As such, the Charter Township of Ypsilanti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, disability, genetic information (GINA), height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by state and federal laws.This policy of equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination applies to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, working conditions and training.
Submit employment applications in person to the Human Resource Department located on the second floor of the Tiden R. Stumbo Civic Center or online via the application link below. Applications remain on file for one year and are considered active for positions that become open. Employment opportunities are posted within the following publications and agencies:
- ypsitownship.org
- MLive