Salary: $23.77 - $24.96 Hourly Location : Stockton, CA Job Type: Full-Time Regular Job Number: FY24-00040 Department: Maintenance Opening Date: 02/08/2024 Job Summary Under the supervision of the Supervisor, performs the regular and recurring fueling and cleaning of the buses, using departmental equipment as authorized to accomplish the work, and maintain the District's facilities. Shift subject to change per requirements of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. 1. Clean bus equipment, including exterior washing, interior vacuuming, dusting, and washing windows. 2. Park buses after fueling. 3. Clean and inspect wheels on the fare boxes. 4. Empty and clean tops of trash containers; remove graffiti. 5. Service buses with fuel and oil. 6. Clean and maintain buses, building shop, and bus parking areas of RTD with the use of various shop equipment and devices. 7. Report defect in writing found while cleaning equipment and facilities. 8. Tighten loose mirrors as part of the Service Island Process. 9. Tighten signs in the field as part of the bus stop inspection process. 10. Perform and assist with road calls as required and other duties as assigned. 11. Follows all District procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous waste. 12. Operates in compliance with the District's health and safety procedures. QualificationsKnowledge of:
- Acceptable standards for routine cleaning.
- Commercial cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment.
- Basic operation of work equipment and other cleaning equipment.
- General safety practices related to work.
- Proper use of cleaning tools, equipment, and supplies, including the use of various chemicals.
- Application and proper use of cleaning tools, equipment, and supplies.
Ability to:
- Perform manual labor under dirty and uncomfortable situations and in all types of weather conditions.
- Perform continuous physical effort, including frequent bending, walking, manipulation of and heavy lifting of departmental equipment.
- Use cleaning materials with skill and efficiency.
- Ability to work irregular shifts.
- Maintain a positive and professional disposition, demeanor and attitude with all customers, co-workers, staff, and supervisors at all times.
- Report to work as required and on time.
- Ability to obtain a Class B driver's license.
Education, Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. At least six (6) months of prior demonstrated experience in custodial, bus/car/facility service and cleanup . Knowledge of general custodial service and cleaning procedures. Minimum 21 years of age. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid California Class B Driver License; or a valid California Class C Driver License with ability to obtain a California Class B Driver License permit within sixty (60) days of hire date; and a California Class B Driver License within one (1) year of hire date. Experience in a public transit agency or governmental setting is preferred. Work Environment: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift weights up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information, manuals and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with supervisors, employees, union stewards, vendors and others encountered in the course of work. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical part and is occasional exposed to hot, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level is moderately noisy. EMPLOYMENT PROCESS: Applicants must complete and submit an official application form. The standards as stated on the front of the job announcement represent only the minimum required to fill an application. Resumes will be accepted but may not be substituted for the required application form. Meeting the listed standards does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited for an interview as the Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to the most qualified for the vacancy. The selection process for this position may include a written assessment. All statements made on the application are subject to verification and investigation. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list or termination of employment. Employment is conditional upon successfully passing all pre-employment screens. Substance abuse tests paid by the Transit District are required of each prospective employee. Candidates are cautioned that offers of employment are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of DOT physical examination (for safety sensitive positions), substance abuse drug and alcohol tests, reference checks, and a background investigation. San Joaquin Regional Transit District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. BenefitsRTD offers a competitive employee benefit program that includes:INSURANCE: RTD provides a comprehensive health and dental insurance package for all full-time employees and their dependents. RTD also provides $20,000 life insurance for all full-time employees. SICK LEAVE: Three (3) to twelve (12) days per year depending on length of service for full-time employees, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. VACATION: One (1) week to six (6) weeks depending on the classification level and length of service for full-time employees, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. RETIREMENT: RTD participates in a 401(a) retirement plan in which RTD provides a generous match. The provisions of this bulletin are subject to change without notice and do not constitute an express or implied contract. The District offers a competitive employee benefit program that includes: INSURANCE: RTD provides comprehensive health and dental insurance package for all full-time employees and their dependents. RTD also provides $20,000 life insurance for all full-time employees. SICK LEAVE: Three (3) to twelve (12) days per year depending on length of service for full-time employees, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. VACATION: One (1) week to six (6) weeks depending on the classification level and length of service for full-time employees, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. RETIREMENT: RTD participates in a 401(a) retirement plan in which RTD provides a generous match. 01 Do you have at least three (3) years of licensed vehicle driving experience (regular class C)?
02 Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?
03 Do you possess a valid California Class B Driver's License?
04 Do you possess a valid California Air Brakes Endorsement?
05 Do you possess a valid California Class B Driver's Permit?
06 In the last two years, have you held a job that required a commercial driver's license (Class A or Class B)?
07 What is your highest level of completed education?
- High School or GED
- Some College
- Vocational School
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree/PhD
- Juris Doctorate
- None
08 How many years of prior demonstrated experience in custodial, bus/car/facility service and cleanup do you have?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2
- 2 years to less than 3
- 3 years to less than 4
- 4 years to less than 5
- 5 years to less than 6
- 6 years to less than 7
- 7 years to less than 8
- 8 years to less than 9
- 9 years to less than 10
- 10 or more years
09 Why do you believe you are qualified for this position? 10 Are you able to work swing shift?
Required Question
