Facilities Maintenance (Bus Wash & Fueling)

Facilities Maintenance (Bus Wash & Fueling)

Full-Time Location:

Coupeville, WA This position performs routine cleaning, fueling, and servicing of all agency vehicles and maintains agency facilities as needed.

Benefits Include:

Regular pay increases with longevity and cost of living increases Uniform Provided Safety Shoe Allowance Medical, Dental and Vision plans with low employee premiums Public Employees' Retirement System Plan (PERS) 457 Deferred Comp Retirement Plan with Company Match Company Paid Basic Life Insurance; additional optional life insurance plans Generous Paid Holidays (11 days)/Vacation (starting at 12 days)/Sick Leave (12 days) Voluntary Flexible Spending Plan; voluntary AFLAC coverage Employee/Family Assistance Program Voluntary ID Theft and Fraud Protection, and Group Legal Plans

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Operate a variety of public transit vehicles in preparation for system use. 2. Ensure the daily line-up of transit vehicles are serviced and ready for service. 3. Safely fuel vehicles. 4. Wash and clean buses and other agency vehicles (interior and exterior) using automated bus wash or by hand. Includes vacuuming, sweeping, cleaning floors, removing graffiti, cleaning spills and other cleaning needs. 5. Decontaminate vehicles following bio-hazard events following set safety procedures. 6. Conduct routine servicing; check fluids including oil, water windshield cleaner, antifreeze, fuel; add fluids as needed for optimum vehicle performance. 7. Perform minor routine repairs using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment. 8. Prepare and maintain records related to fuel, fluids, vehicle cleaning, and other associated records and reports. 9. Assist in inspecting transit vehicles to determine readiness for service; report damaged or defective equipment to maintenance personnel. 10. Clean and maintain agency facilities as needed, including restrooms, kitchen, and employee lounge and passenger areas. 11. Assist in snow removal at facilities during inclement weather conditions, as needed. 12. Record vehicle mileage and fuel data and other paperwork as part of the regular daily duties. 13. Retrieve articles left on buses by passengers; turn in items and information to dispatch office. 14. Ensure proper handling, labeling, storage and disposal of toxic cleansers and other potentially hazardous materials; maintain hazardous related records and prepare reports as required by state, federal or agency requirements. 15. Follow safety policies and procedures. Maintain a safe, clean work area. 16. Participate in training of new Facilities Maintenance personnel. 17. Wear Company provided uniform. Maintain good grooming standards while on duty. 18. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. 19. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred. 2. One year of experience fueling and servicing vehicles, preferred. 3. Experience operating small machinery and tools related to the cleaning, of vehicles, preferred. 4. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the job. 5. Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license, and be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted. Training & Testing provided by Island Transit. 6. Must have an acceptable driving record that meets the agency's hiring criteria and maintain acceptable driving record during employment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ANDABILITIES

• Safely operate transit vehicles in tight spaces, in darkness and all weather conditions.
• Operate fuel station and keypad systems.
• Ability to use automated bus wash equipment.
• Ability to use cleaning tools and accessories to clean vehicles.
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, with employees at all levels of the organization, customers and vendors.
• Relate effectively to individuals of various cultural, ethnic, and social-economic backgrounds as well as individuals with special needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Follow oral and written instructions from a supervisor.
• Ability to use good judgment while working independently.
• Interact effectively and positively as a team member.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may vary, as needed.

The use of marijuana and illegal drugs is prohibited at any time while employed by Island Transit . This position is considered safety-sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Authority regulations. Island Transit is an

Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $25.30 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have experience operating small machinery and tools related to cleaning vehicles?

Experience:

fueling and servicing vehicles: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person