Servicer (ELIGIBILITY LIST)

Job Summary

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill current full-time vacancies in the Maintenance Department. This position performs routine service on all Agency vehicles and 40' buses. Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work all weekdays, including weekends, holidays, and all shifts. In addition, this position works an overnight shift, typically starting between 8:00pm-10:00pm. This recruitment is to create an eligibility list to backfill the Servicer role as vacancies occur.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

The Servicer's duties shall include, but not be limited to the following:

• Fueling;
• Inspection of all fluid levels;
• Cleaning of interior and exterior surfaces;
• Replacement of worn items such as wiper blades, light bulbs and lenses;
• Changing of tires;
• Changing engine oil and transmission fluid;
• Lubrication;
• Moving vehicles and buses around maintenance facilities.

Additional duties shall include janitorial services as required, running errands, maintaining proper records, pulling vaults from revenue vehicles and replacing with empty vaults, storing filled vaults in coin counting room, posting and removing rider alerts and car cards on revenue vehicles, maintaining records of vault/fare box condition and vehicle assignment, and other related tasks as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

Education and Experience Education: Graduation from high school or its equivalent. Experience: Preferably one year experience in general labor or janitorial work. Must be able to perform heavy manual labor (ability to lift up to 50 lbs.), learn and follow procedures, and follow oral and written instructions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration At the time of application: A current valid non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, a DMV K4 drivers' history printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. You must obtain a DRIVER'S RECORD REPORT the DMV kiosk/online history printout process. For information regarding non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) holders. Please select FMCSA presser, using the link below: FMCSA Presser (Download PDF reader) Your established driving history must be clear of the following: 1) any suspensions within the past five (5) years; 2) may not have more than three (3) points within the past three (3) years; 3) no two (2) point violations within the past three (3) years. No accidents which the applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date. Have appeared in court as required. Applicant must obtain a Class B permit by first day of employment and be able to obtain a Class B license and medical certificate within ninety (90) days of employment. For the full list of documents accepted to verify legal presence and California residency visit, Other Requirements Must be at least 18 years old. Minimum 6 months of driving history. Must be available to work rotating shifts which include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Note to Internal Candidates: The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process: Candidates will be required to pass job related skill(s) test(s). Testing may include, but is not limited to: Written test(s) Oral test(s) Practical test(s) Past year performance record will be reviewed: Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below. Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no: Further Written Warnings Final Warnings Suspension Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months. Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year. Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year. Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards." Applications to transfer to a different department, will be accepted once the 120 day probationary period has been successfully completed.

Selection Procedures

This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications are received. Applications and driving records will be evaluated and only qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process which includes: Driving record review (pass/fail). Written Exam (pass/fail). A performance exam (pass/fail). Final ranking is determined by the oral interview examination (100% weight). Failure to provide a current drivers record report (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) will disqualify your application. FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION OR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION CLICK HERE: Application Guide The selection procedures may change depending on the needs of the Agency; if such changes apply, qualified applicants will be notified prior to the administration of examinations. NOTE: If selected to complete every phase of the selection process, you will undergo a physical ability assessment. This assessment may include, but is not limited to, squatting, bending, stooping and reaching. Should you believe that you require a reasonable accommodation to complete such an assessment, please contact the Human Resources Department within 48 hours of receipt of your appointment time. The Riverside Transit Agency complies with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of accommodation requests prior to the first test part. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Riverside Transit Agency requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity. ***RTA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER***

Benefits

The Riverside Transit Agency offers an attractive benefits package. Maintenance employees and Coach Operators are Union members and receive the following benefits:

• The Riverside Transit Agency contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to administer the retirement benefits. The current benefit factor formula for all new hires is 2% at 62. Employees with previous CalPERS membership or membership with another employer who has established reciprocity with CalPERS may be eligible for the 2% at 55 benefit factor formula.
• Medical available to employees at minimal cost with a contribution toward dependent coverage, Chiro/Acupuncture/Vision benefits included with Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance available at no cost for HMO employee only coverage. PPO coverage is offered; however, RTA will pay up to the HMO employee only premium.
• Vision Insurance available at employee cost.
• Symetra Voluntary Insurance available at employee cost.
• Basic Life Insurance ($35,000) provided at no cost.
• Supplemental Life Insurance available at employee cost.
• Deferred Compensation Programs available.
• Free Transportation Pass for employee and eligible dependents.
• Direct Deposit available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off earned in 1st year: 2 weeks' vacation, 8 floating holidays, 7 regular holidays, and 7 sick leave days.
• Employee Assistance Programs available for employee and immediate family members.