The following

FULL-TIME

position posting will be open until Friday, October 2, 2026:

SERVICE CREW

Pay Rate:

$30.97/hour Six (6)

Week Training Rate:

$26.32/hour Shifts are determined based on union seniority; evening and weekend work is likely Employees in this job classification are members of the Transport Workers Union Local 171 HIRING PROCESS September 18

• October 2, 2026
• Employment Applications Accepted Submit an Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority Employment Application Form online, completed in its entirety by the posted deadline date. Apply online at theride.org Late and incomplete applications will not be accepted. After October 2, 2026
• Interviews Begin Qualified candidates selected for an interview will be notified via e-mail.

Applicants who are not selected for an interview will receive notification.

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Under supervision of Supervisor of Bus Services, service crew employees sweep, wash, fuel, empty fare boxes and make checks of engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid levels, adding appropriate fluids as necessary on all Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority vehicles. Perform major cleaning of all vehicle interior surfaces and glass when necessary to maintain a high level of cleanliness for public use.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Fuel, wash, and service vehicles (including revenue and staff vehicles) on a daily basis, recording fuel amounts pumped on designated fuel sheets. Check all engine oil, transmission, and coolant levels daily, adding appropriate fluids as necessary and recording amounts added. Probe and empty all fare boxes and cash boxes and record fare box register reading. Check all tires for wear and damage and fill if low. Record all hub odometer or odometer readings. Note vehicle defects, i.e., body damage, seat damage, broken glass, fare box malfunction, vandalism or lights out on the vehicle's condition card in designated location and report to Service Crew

• Lead or Supervisor.

Replace used condition card with new condition card. Sweep and/or vacuum floors, including driver platforms, wash floors, clean windows, dust all window ledges, dash areas, wheelhouses, and fixtures daily. Wash all vehicle exterior surfaces, including wheels, daily. Retrieve and re-position vehicles from and to assigned parking positions and record the position of vehicles parked each night. Clean or shampoo bus seats as needed. Clean up debris in bus storage area and service lanes at the conclusion of each work shift. Other related duties, as required. This description does not contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee in this job. Employees are required to perform other related functions as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and some limited experience in the repair of motor coaches or other automotive equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, skill and ability may be considered. Demonstrated minor mechanical ability.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Analytical and problem-solving ability. Memorizing and attending to detail. Reading and interpreting technical documents and instruments. Perform simple math calculations Interacting with a wide variety of personalities. Working under frequent periods of stress. Organizing daily work activities to achieve goals. Ability to follow oral and written direction. Some mechanical aptitude.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Constant periods of hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception and accommodation. Some periods of sitting. Frequent periods of standing and walking, climbing ladders, stooping, bending, and reaching. Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS

Occasional exposure to noise, fumes, smoke, chemicals, fuels, cleaners, lubricants, steam, water, heat, and cold. Heavy-duty vehicle repair facility environment.

ORGANIZATIONAL PRINCIPLES AND VALUES

Our Principles and Values reflect how we work, interact with one another, and serve our community. We expect all employees to demonstrate these values in their daily work and interactions and look for candidates who share this commitment.

Respect:

Treating one another with dignity

Compassion:

Understanding, sharing in and being sensitive to the situations of others

Integrity:

Having a moral or ethical conviction to always do what is right.

Teamwork:

collaborating for a greater good.

Safety:

keeping yourself and others away from harm

Excellence:

continuously renewing our commitment to perform well beyond set standards and expectations Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Come work for TheRide! We are actively seeking a Service Crew to help drive TheRide into the future! Apply today!