Laborer - Parks (Full-Time)

Notice of Employment Opportunity

The following full-time job posting will remain open until

Monday, April 13, 2026:

PARKS LABORER (FULL-TIME)

Multiple Positions Available

Available Shifts:

1. Wednesday – Sunday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

1. Wednesday – Sunday (Approximately April 15 – August 15) &

Monday – Friday (Approximately August 16 – April 14)

6:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Days Off Vary Based on Time of Year)

2026 Wage Scale: Starting Rate of Pay $24.50/Hour, $26.77 after 6 months,

$28.97 after 12 months,$31.28 after 18 months, $33.60 after 24 months

Applications are being accepted for the Parks Laborer position. Applications received during this process will also be used to create an eligibility list that will be used to fill any additional vacancies that may occur in the Parks Laborer position in the next twelve months.

Employees in this job classification are members of the AFSCME Union.

Canton Township is a reciprocal unit as defined in the

Reciprocal Retirement Act, Act 88 of 1961.

Possession of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N, or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan is required at the time of job offer. Applicants that do not have the CDL Group B with Airbrakes and Endorsement N are strongly encouraged to begin the process of obtaining the learner's permit now, by preparing for and taking the written exam at the Secretary of State.

Date Posted: April 2, 2026

Job Description and Hiring Process attached

JOB DESCRIPTION

LEISURE SERVICES LABORER

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This is manual labor work in a variety of parks operations and grounds maintenance. An employee in this classification may perform a variety of structural and grounds maintenance work at Township parks and properties. Duties and responsibilities include general grounds cleaning, installing, and repairing park structures and equipment, and performing a variety of tasks in the operations and maintenance of the division. Work is normally performed under direct supervision; however, routine or repetitive tasks may be performed without supervision once they are learned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: (Note: These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed)

• Operates a power mower, truck, tractor, chain saws, rototillers, aerators, hedgers, spreaders, edgers, air compressors, power lifts, and other equipment.
• Assists in the grounds maintenance of township owned parks and facilities.
• Performs routine manual labor such as digging holes; shoveling snow; salting parking lots and sidewalks; and loading trucks.
• Performs general grounds keeping duties.
• Assist with set up of special events using power equipment.
• Provide playground equipment and grounds maintenance.
• Maintains positive relations with the community and public.
• Establishes effective working relationships with Township staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of hand and power tools and ability to use those tools properly and safely.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Ability to do continuous bending and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate a tractor, power mower and other power equipment.
• Ability to drive a van or truck.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish good working relationships with the public and other employees.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent; or any combination of experience and training which will provide the minimum qualifications.
• Must possess a current, valid Michigan Drivers License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION:

Possession of Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N, or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan at the time of job offer. Must successfully pass the road test for the Group B, at applicant's own expense, within 180 days after employment with Canton Township.

DESIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Playground Maintenance experience
• Athletic Field Maintenance experience
• Irrigation Repair
• Snow removal experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable Accommodations: Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (734) 394-5260. We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Request for accommodations will be reviewed case-by-case.

Physical Demands

• Stand- Frequently
• Walk- Frequently
• Sit- Occasionally
• Use of Hands/Fingers- Constantly
• Reach- Frequently
• Climb- Occasionally
• Crawl- Rarely
• Squat or Kneel- Frequently
• Bend- Frequently

Lift/Carry

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10 - 29 lbs- Frequently
• 30 - 59 lbs- Occasionally
• 60 - 100 lbs- Rarely

Push/Pull

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10 - 29 lbs- Frequently
• 30 - 59 lbs- Occasionally
• 60 - 100 lbs- Rarely

REPORTS TO:Parks, Golf, Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description Established: 12/13/2023

HIRING PROCESS:

LEISURE SERVICES/PARKS LABORER (FULL-TIME)

Thursday, April 2 through Monday, April 13, 2026 - Employment Applications Accepted

1. Submit a Canton Township Employment Application Form (online or paper), completed in its entirety prior to the posted deadline date.
2. Online applications must be completed and submitted electronically before 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date.
3. Paper applications must be received in the Canton Township Human Resources Division by 4:30 p.m. on the deadline date.
4. Applicants choosing to use postal mail need to be conscious of postal delivery times. Paper applications are available in the Human Resources Division.
5. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
6. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
7. All communication will be via email. Applicants must provide a valid email address on the application.
8. Candidates are strongly encouraged to print and save a copy of this job posting for future reference.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - Written Test Schedules Sent Out:

1. Qualified candidates that are selected to advance in the selection process will be scheduled to take a timed written test on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
2. Candidates selected for the Written Exam will be notified via e-mail.
3. Candidates must confirm their attendance by responding to the email.
4. Applicants who are not invited to the written test will receive an email notification they are no longer being considered.
5. Applicants selected to take the timed written test will be notified via email no later than Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
6. Applicants who are not selected to advance to the written test will receive an email notification they are no longer being considered on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
7. Applicants who do not receive email communication on the status of their application on April 15, 2026, need to contact Canton Township Human Resources at 734-394-5251 to verify the status of their application.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - Timed Written Test

1. Qualified candidates who are selected to advance to the next step in the hiring process will be scheduled to take a timed basic competency written exam on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
2. This will be a general competency-timed written examination, and there is no designated study guide.
3. Candidates must score a minimum of 70% on the timed written exam to be considered further.
4. Testing accommodations must be requested in advance by contacting Human Resources at 734-394-5251.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 - Interview Schedules Emailed to Select Candidates

1. Applicants selected for the interview will be notified via email no later than Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
2. Candidates selected for the Oral Interview will be notified via e-mail.
3. Candidates must confirm their attendance by responding to the email.
4. Applicants who are not invited to interview will receive an email notification no later than Wednesday, May 6, 2026, that they are no longer being considered.

On or After Wednesday, May 13, 2026 – Oral Board Interviews

1. Oral boards will be conducted on or after Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
2. The oral interview will include extensive questions that may explore sensitive or confidential aspects of the candidate's personal life.
3. This oral board interview will include specific questions related to essential functions of the Laborer Position assigned to the Parks Division.
4. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Canton Township website to help prepare for the oral board interview.

Upon Conclusion of the Oral Board Interviews - The Eligibility List will be Finalized

1. All applications will be considered during the formation of an eligibility list created for this job posting.
2. All candidates will be notified via email of the disposition of their employment application.
3. All communication will be via email. Please add cantonmi.gov to your safe sender list.

Contingent Job Offers

1. All offers of employment are contingent on the results of successfully completing all steps in the hiring process including the employment application, pre-employment written test(s), oral board interview, reference checks, working history verification, driving history, background and social media check, pre-employment DOT physical and drug screen and satisfactory completion of a one-year probationary period.

The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, height, weight, gender identity, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canton Township takes great pride in the diversity of our community and promotes diversity in the workforce.