Description

Examples of Duties

• Survey building, structures etc. to determine what tasks are to be performed and decipher art from graffiti.
• Use chemical solvents to remove the graffiti as necessary.
• Stir and ensure proper consistency of graffiti remover solution.
• Power wash buildings structures, viaducts, traffic signs and other city own property to remove graffiti.
• Load and unload materials, supplies, and equipment on and off trucks in a proper and safe manner.
• Operate specialized vehicles and equipment.
• Trim bushes and remove debris to access hard to reach areas on buildings, structures, etc.
• Apply shadow remover product to remove shadowed graffiti that wasn’t originally removed.
• Perform custodial duties that includes, but is not limited to, sweeping, mopping, waxing, stripping, sealing cleaning floors, emptying and cleaning waste receptacles, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, offices, kitchens and cafeterias.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduation or G.E.D. (General Education Development)

• One (1) year of experience in the removal of graffiti preferred but not required.

• Aerial Platform Work Permit preferred but not required.

• Valid State of Michigan Operator License.

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: P/F
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment as applied to offices, and public buildings.
• Knowledge of safe working practices.
• Skill in physical and mechanical dexterity.
• Skill in observation.
• Skill in graffiti removal procedures and techniques.
• Ability to read and write English and understand and follow oral instructions.
• Ability to operate and maintain graffiti removal equipment.
• Ability to practice safe handling of cleaning agents with chemicals, cleaning equipment, storage, and use of materials.
• Ability to determine art from graffiti.
• Ability to interact effectively with subordinates, department personnel and others with tact and diplomacy.

• The work is characterized as active. The Graffiti Removal Attendant bends, lifts and transports heavy objects and operations a variety of maintenance equipment.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.