Environmental Support Marketing Internship
State of Michigan
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General Environmental Technician II - (DPW EMPLOYEES ONLY)
City of Detroit
Dept of Public Works
Location
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Salary
$34,816 - $39,102
per year
Type
Closes
February 18, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a small team in maintaining city parks, public buildings, and green spaces through tasks like clearing land, planting greenery, repairing surfaces, and handling manual labor such as snow removal and trash cleanup.
It's a promotional role exclusively for current Department of Public Works employees in Detroit.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in landscaping or groundskeeping who enjoys outdoor work and leading others in practical, community-focused projects.
Key Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Two (2) years of experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, and/or greenhouse work
- Valid State of Michigan Driver's License
- Ability to lead a small crew of workers
- Experience with manual labor including lifting, shoveling, and loading/unloading
- Knowledge of planting, seeding, mulching, and maintaining grass, trees, shrubs, and seasonal crops
Full Job Description
THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR DPW EMPLOYEES ONLY!
Under general supervision, serve as a leader of a small crew of workers performing routine tasks involved in a variety of city services. These tasks range from engaging in work ground maintenance activities, landscape, and/or floriculturist activities conducted at park facilities (including parks, special facilities, green houses and gardens), recreation areas, public buildings, parkways, berm areas and other municipal properties.
Requirements
Lead a small crew of workers engaged in clearing, cleaning, grading, and leveling land; upon completion of prepare records of the activities.Excavate for and repair water and sewage lines; clean catch basins, wading pools, and canals.Seed, sod, and water grass areas; plant, remove and mulch trees, shrubs, and evergreens.Assist staff in planting bulbs, annuals, perennials and other seasonal crops.Sweep, shovel snow, clean and remove trash; load and unload shipments and perform other manual labor and lifting.Load and unload equipment and supplies; clean and sweep public grounds, building, and exhibits.Repair concrete and asphalt hard surface areas.Erect and repair fences, backstops, and guard rails.Prepare, paint, and make minor repairs to park and playground equipment.Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E. D.Two (2) years experience in grounds maintenance work, landscape and/or greenhouse workThis position requires a valid State of Michigan Driver License.
Additional Information Evaluation PlanInterview: P/FEvaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%Additional points may be awarded for:Veteran Points: 0 – 15 pointsDetroit Residency Credit: 15 pointLRD: 02/10/2023
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