Refrigeration Operator Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $57,995.00 Annually
Location : Detroit Public Library, MI
Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number: 16
Department: Detroit Public Library
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Bargaining Unit: 6000-International Union of Operating Engineers (I
Description
General Purpose: Under general supervision, responsible for assisting in the operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and mechanical equipment for the Detroit Public Library (DPL) in assigned location; ensures the safe operation of equipment on assigned schedules; operates and maintains mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, heating, and refrigeration and/or air conditioning systems.
Supervison Received/Exercised: Works under the general supervision of the Library -Manager, Facilities Maintenance; and does not exercise supervisory responsibility.
Examples of Duties
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
• In area of assignment, regularly makes rounds and inspects the library buildings and monitors temperature levels; makes adjustments as necessary or requested.
• Starts, stops, and controls all equipment operated; checks all mechanical rooms and equipment for proper operation; checks belts, filters, bearings, temperatures, and pressure; balances, adjusts or replaces, and sets mechanical equipment and controls as necessary.
• Operates chilled water equipment when necessary such as pumps, towers, and water treatment systems; and tracks, records, and maintains data.
• Checks Trackit system, e-mail, and room reservation schedules for work orders and set ups; sets up and tears down stages, moves podiums, and moves/adds extension cords in preparation for various scheduled events and meetings.
• Assists any contractors and vendors with building issues, repairs, and projects.
• Assists with maintaining records and inventories of materials and supplies needed; performs other maintenance, building and equipment repair projects; and cleans equipment, shop area and work site area
• Assists management with special projects such as setting up for holidays, special events, concerts, and conferences.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities (Continued):
• Attends regularly scheduled staff and departmental meetings to discuss issues, problems, project planning and departmental goals and objectives.
• Provides support to the Library - Manager, Facilities Maintenance on matters as directed; participates on a variety of committees as assigned; prepares and presents reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in trade group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Library policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ensures an environment of customer-responsive services, providing customer-responsive service and handling customer service issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED and valid First Class Refrigeration Operator's License and five years experience as an operator, two years of which must be at or above the required level of license, that includes performing a variety of maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and mechanical equipment; preferably for a large, multi-sited organization.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
• Must possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid City of Detroit First Class Refrigeration Operator's License.
Supplemental Information
Required Knowledge of:
• Applicable codes, standards, and regulations common to the trade.
• Tools, equipment, and materials common to the trade.
• Preventative and general maintenance.
• Safety practices common to the operation of maintenance equipment.
• Records and documentation relative to refrigeration maintenance and repair
• Available resources such as repair manuals, schematics, blue prints, and building codes.
• Other pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Public library operations, services, and policies.
• Customer service standards and procedures.
Required Skill in:
• Interacting with different people of social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Installation, repair, and maintenance of all refrigeration and other mechanical systems common to the trade.
• Estimating time and material requirements needed for work projects.
• The use and care of hand tools and power equipment necessary to perform trade work and other various building maintenance and repair tasks.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation.
• Reading a variety of resources used in repair and troubleshooting such as equipment manuals, repair manuals, schematics, blue prints, and building codes.
• Meeting deadlines and adapting to unexpected changes and interruptions in workflow and in individual assignments
• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Library and department staff, board members, outside agencies, and the general public.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
• Work is performed in a standard library environment.
• Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
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