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Utility - Class III - Maintenance
LOCATION: Maintenance/Operations Departments
REPORTS TO: Supervisor
DATE AVAILABLE: As soon as possible
POSTING DATES: (open until filled)
DISTRICT OVERVIEW:
Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.
As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:
QUALIFICATIONS:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Regular working hours is 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, and 12 months per year. All maintenance personnel are subject to call 24 hours a day, any day of the week, and must work the necessary hours required. An outstanding attendance record is a must.
Specific details involved in the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview and at the time of hiring for the position.
Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the Livonia Public School District and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO Local 118, Council 25
APPLICATIONS:
All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents if applicable (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application.
The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.
LOCATION: Maintenance/Operations Departments
REPORTS TO: Supervisor
DATE AVAILABLE: As soon as possible
POSTING DATES: (open until filled)
DISTRICT OVERVIEW:
Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.
As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:
- Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
- The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
- Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
- Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week, may buy-up to family coverage.
- Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
- Dental, vision, and life insurance:
- The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
- Long-term disability coverage:
- The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
- Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
- Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
- Longevity pay.
- Annual work clothing allowance.
- Earn overtime pay beyond 8 hours per day.
- Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.
- Opportunity for career advancement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Have a High School Diploma.
- Must be able to obtain a CDL Class B License or CDL permit
- Have a background in operating and maintaining agricultural type tractors, 2 wheel drive, and wheel drive with gasoline and diesel engines.
- Have a background in operating and maintaining light construction equipment, end loaders, air compressors, jack hammers, and compactors, etc.
- Have a background in operating and maintaining turf equipment, self-propelled grass cutting machines up to 16 ft. (diesel and gasoline powered), re-seeders, fertilizer applicators, topsoil applicators, aerators, etc.
- Have a background in operating and maintaining snow removal equipment, dump trucks, pickup trucks, scissor lifts, power brooms, salt spreaders, etc.
- Be physically able to help move and lift heavy equipment.
- Have no fear of working in high places.
- Must be self-motivated and willing to work with others.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Regular working hours is 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, and 12 months per year. All maintenance personnel are subject to call 24 hours a day, any day of the week, and must work the necessary hours required. An outstanding attendance record is a must.
Specific details involved in the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview and at the time of hiring for the position.
Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the Livonia Public School District and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO Local 118, Council 25
APPLICATIONS:
All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents if applicable (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application.
The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.
