Utility Worker

Salary: $31.30 Hourly
Location : Bakersfield
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 20260001
Department: Maintenance
Opening Date: 02/12/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description


Perform a variety of facility and route cleaning, mechanical, and maintenance tasks requiring incumbent(s) to exercise good judgement in the field, perform duties within the limits of established policies, procedures and guidelines and maintain professionalism while working with the general public and others contacted in the course and scope of work.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is responsible for facility route cleaning, landscape, and mechanical maintenance duties for GET transit operations. Moderate level of supervision is required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
This classification reports to the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Facility Manager, and Director of Maintenance. This classification does not supervise.

Examples of Duties


These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

• Daily drive district vehicles safely in the performance of work duties.
• Wash and clean facility fleet vehicles.
• Perform bus terminal cleaning including restrooms, platforms, grounds.
• Clean, install, paint, rebuild and repair bus shelters and benches.
• Repair and replace a variety of mechanical equipment including sweepers, compressor, lawnmowers; repair doors, windows; perform plumbing and a/c maintenance; perform cement work.
• Operate a variety of hand tools and other equipment such as a forklift, steam cleaner, trimmer, blower and pruner.
• Maintain and install signs, lights, and ballasts.
• Removes graffiti from District facilities, bus stops, shelters and terminals.
• Perform trash collection, clean, and replace trash cans at various District bus stops, terminals, facilities and properties.
• Conducts recycling collection and sorting; transports recycling, green waste, pallets and trash to landfill or recycling centers.
• Maintain flower beds, trees and other District facilities landscape and grounds, perform weed control and debris removal.
• Safely use janitorial chemicals and cleaners, maintain an inventory of janitorial supplies.
• Pick-up parts and supplies.
• Monitor and maintain radio contact with supervisors and other facilities maintenance staff;
• Understand and be informed regarding the Agency Safety Plan (ASP) regarding managing risk and pro-actively addressing safety; participate in the Employee Safety Reporting Program (ESRP).
• Contact emergency first responders in case of fire, criminal and/or other incidents requiring first responder intervention.
• Respond to emergency route cleaning requests.
• Be available to work weekends/evenings/holidays as required.
• Report to work on-time, as assigned.
• Maintain a log of daily activity, including maintenance of CNG station records.
• Maintain clean work equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES :
A typical way to obtain the requisite knowledge and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this classification is as follows:



EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent and experience equivalent to two (2) years of cleaning facilities, landscape maintenance and janitorial work.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:
Valid Class C California Driver's License with acceptable driving record. Revocation of license during employment may result in disciplinary action or reassignment.

• Ability to obtain a certificate to operate a forklift.

REQUISITE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS:

• Knowledge of basic methods, materials and chemicals used in facility cleaning, grounds maintenance, and landscaping
• Requisite reading, mathematical and written language skills in order to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Cal-OSHA chemical and materials safety data and information
• Knowledge of streets, landmarks, and general geography of the Bakersfield area.
• Knowledge of use hand tools utilized in the facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of professional body mechanics and safe work practices.

REQUISITE ABILITIES:

• Ability to learn the District's route schedules.
• Ability to review and adhere to a detailed schedule for providing route, facilities and landscape maintenance services.
• Ability to operate a variety of maintenance equipment including, pressure washer, garden/landscape tools, and other assigned equipment in the performance of job duties.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with District staff and others contacted in the course and scope of work, including the general public.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure, including stressful field situations and when handling disputes and complaints.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, efficiently organize work, and meet frequently changing deadlines.
• Ability to learn, interpret, explain, and apply District programs, policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and follow Cal-OSHA and other state/federal safety requirements.
• Ability to work early morning, late evening and/or weekend/holiday assignments.
• Maintain accurate safety records and reports.
• Ability to safely drive a district vehicle.
• Carry out routine work assignments without close supervision and work independently.
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor during encounters with the public.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, from heights, and exposure to unpleasant and potentially hazardous conditions.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL TASKS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:


Exposure to extreme heat, 100°+, for up to 10 hours duration when performing repair work in summer weather. (District requires that employees wear appropriate light clothing and drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme temperature swings, 70°-110°, for up to 4 hours duration, when leaving air-conditioned office to work outside in summer heat. (District advises that employees drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme noise, up to 90 decibels, when using steam cleaning equipment, blowers and etc. (District requires that employees wear protective ear devices and obey all safety rules). (F) Work outdoors to perform cleaning duties on shelters, benches, bus terminals and etc. (F) Work indoors to clean offices. (O) Exposure to health hazards when cleaning public facilities and street furniture. (District requires that employees use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing job duties. (F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom


Exposure to explosions when fueling equipment. Risk involves the possibility of being burned. (District requires proper ventilation to dispenser fumes and strict adherence to all safety rules). (S) Exposure to fumes, unpleasant odors, and potentially health hazards when using cleaning chemicals. Risk of throat or lung irritation and/or loss of consciousness. (District requires proper ventilation, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to all required and recommended safety rules). (F) Exposure to dust when performing grounds maintenance. Risk of respiratory discomfort. (District requires the use of a facemask). Exposure to chemical hazards when working with cleaning products. (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom


Risk of eye or skin irritation. (District requires use of rubber gloves, safety glasses and conformance to hazardous waste/MSDS requirements). (F) Exposure to extreme cold, 30°, for up to 4 hours duration, to clean shelters and benches, empty trash cans, etc. (District advises employees to wear clothing suitable for weather conditions). (O) Sit to perform record keeping and drive vehicles, (F) Climb hand-over-hand to climb ladder to clean the tops of shelters. (F) Climb a ladder hand over hand - grasp and climb (F) Sit to complete work orders - sit and twist. (F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom


Lift and move heavy or awkward items up to 50 pounds; safely operate a variety of tools and machines common to light construction and industrial maintenance; safely perform repetitive physical tasks such as manual shoveling, twisting and pushing/pulling, walking, standing bending, squatting, and kneeling;


See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read printed documents. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; hearing sufficient to utilize telephone and/or two-way radio equipment.


Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Supplemental Information


A background check may be conducted for this classification.


All Golden Empire Transit District employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109). As Disaster Service Workers, all Golden Empire Transit District employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable following a significant emergency or disaster.
Golden Empire Transit District offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
01


Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you currently possess a valid California Commercial Drivers' License?

• Yes
• No

03


How many years of professional facility maintenance and equipment repair experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years of experience

04


Do you currently possess a Forklift Certification?

• Yes
• No

05


Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts?

• Yes
• No

06


The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

Required Question