Street Maintenance Sub-Foreman (Promotional Opportunity)

Street Maintenance Sub-Foreman (Promotional Opportunity)

Salary

$47,300.00 - $54,211.00 Annually

Location

Detroit, Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20261612131PDWmm

Department

Dept of Public Works

Division

DPW Street Maintenance

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Bargaining Unit

6300

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Description

STREET MAINTENANCE SUB-FOREMAN

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

~ THIS POSITION IS FOR CURRENT ACTIVE CITY OF DETROIT EMPLOYEES.... to include ARPA & ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIAL SERVICE STAFF EMPLOYEES ~

Under general supervision, assists in the supervision of large crews or to supervise moderate size crews of persons engaged in alley, street or sidewalk construction or repair activities; oversees street environmental enhancement activities such as grass cutting and cleaning of freeway berms and street cleaning activities.

Examples of Duties

1. Inspects work at irregular intervals.

2. Assists in supervising a large crew or moderate size crew.

3. Checks daily work schedule.

4. Checks trucks to see that proper tools and supplies are available.

5. Inspects work locations and examines work plans.

6. Estimates time requirements following accepted methods best suited to each problem.

7. Assigns tasks to workers, records amount of materials used and amount of work done.

8. Observes employees at work, ensuring effective and safe practices of mechanical equipment.

9. Report to superior problems encountered, work progress, materials used and performance of workers.

10. Performs difficult skilled or hazardous tasks requiring emergency attention, as required, in absence of foreman or as part of a training period taking charge of a new crew.

Minimum Qualifications

High School graduation or G.E.D.

Preferable one year of experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of roadway, concrete curb and sidewalk, safety zones, and/or street sweeping and cleaning.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Computerized Exam 70%
• Interview P/F%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications (T.E.P.) 30%
• Total Computerized Assessment, Interview and Evaluation of T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

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

LRD: 08/01/2026

Licensing and Certifications

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Methods of construction.

Traffic controls for street/highway construction and maintenance

Plans and specifications.

Worker safety standards.

Keeping simple records and making reports.

Tact in dealing with subordinates and the public

Resourcefulness in solving unusual or emergency paving problems.

Hazardous tasks, or those requiring emergency attention.

Listening and communicating tactfully

Understand and work from plans and specifications

Lead work crews in construction and street repair activities

Lead work crews involved in environmental enhancement activities such as grass cutting and cleaning of freeway berms, street sweeping, and street cleaning activities.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position

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

INSURANCE

• 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.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• 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.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Are you a current ACTIVE City of Detroit employee? (Select your status)

• ARPA Funded (Civil Service, Administrative Special Services Staff (TASS), Appointed)
• Civil Service
• Administrative Special Service Staff (TASS)
• Appointed
• No, I am not a current active employee

02

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

03

How many years of experience in construction, maintenance and repair of roadway, concrete curb and sidewalk, safety zones, and/or street sweeping and cleaning?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

04

Please indicate your years of experience supervising or managing employees?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job