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San Mateo County Transit District

Utility Worker

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $27.98–$37.31/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: South San Francisco, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.

$50,044 / year median in California

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Job Description

Utility Worker San Mateo County Transit District - 4.0 South San Francisco, CA Job Details Full-time $27.98 - $37.31 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work experience Passenger Endorsement English Driver's License Air Brake Endorsement Vehicle exterior washing Full Job Description The Utility Worker reports to the Utility Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for safely cleaning, maintaining, and servicing all transit vehicles and maintenance facilities for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans). This is an entry level role with career advancement and training opportunitites. Most Utility Workers become Mechanics within a few years of joining.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform cleaning and washing of exterior, undercarriage, and interior buses. Perform fueling and check fluid levels (i.e. coolant, engine and transmission oil) before transit vehicles go into service. Safely drive and park buses and other district vehicles on and off operating bases. Inspect district vehicles during servicing and report defects and damages to Mechanic or Supervisor. Assist mechanics with minor repairs and adjustments for heavy-duty diesel vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to obtain and present a Class "B" Commercial Driving Permit (with Passenger Transport Endorsement and Air Brakes) on the first day of employment. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Experience in the daily servicing and cleaning of transit equipment is preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.98 - $37.31 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person