SERVICE STATION ATTENDANT (Transit Bus Fueler and Cleaner)

Service Station Attendant

A Service Station Attendant (SSA) is tasked with servicing and preparing Fixed-Route, Paratransit, and other transit vehicles for the next day's route assignments. These duties include but are not limited to exterior and interior coach cleaning, fueling, adding necessary fluids, parking vehicles, coordinating with Operations and Fleet Maintenance staff, maintaining clean and orderly workspaces, and completing associated paperwork.

To perform essential tasks listed below, the worker will ascend/descend the vehicle (steps and/or ramps) up to seven times per vehicle, servicing up to 60 vehicles per shift.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent

Licensure & Certifications: Must possess, and be able to maintain, a valid Drivers License. Candidates must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with Passenger Endorsement and no Airbrake restriction. Candidates must be able to maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License and endorsements as a condition of employment. Must have an acceptable and appropriate driving record; No patterns of unsafe behaviors or safety violations; No major safety violations. Ability to pass and maintain a valid DOT Medical Certificate; Candidates will be required to pass a DOT Medical Exam prior to hire.

Preferred Relevant Experience: Demonstrated responsible work experience of at least one (1) year in a similar field/position. Demonstrated ability to handle large vehicles in confined areas. Knowledge of or experience with basic vehicle maintenance/mechanics. Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in custodial/cleaning work. Advanced knowledge of vehicle maintenance or custodial experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements: Must adhere to the required DOT Drug and Alcohol program; Must pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen. Candidates will be subject to rules regarding Random, Post-Accident, and Reasonable Suspicion testing if hired. Ability to move and maneuver materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Staff must wear an employer provider uniform while on duty. Essential and marginal duties require successful candidates to safely perform the essential duties of the position for 8+ hours per workday. Safely operate a transit vehicle, repeatedly board and exit a transit bus, repeatedly maneuvering in order to access various areas of the vehicle to perform thorough and complete maintenance of the vehicle, repeatedly accessing various materials or parts of the vehicle that are located close to the ground or several feet from the ground, moving/maneuvering materials of varying sizes and weights. Ability to perform all of the essential and marginal duties of this position and remain alert and safety-focused at all times. Successful candidates perform the majority of their duties outside in all weather conditions. Candidates will be exposed to various weather conditions during the course of their duties, including varying temperatures, snow, rain, ice, wind, sun, etc.

Other Requirements: Ability to accurately understand and interpret written and printed materials. Ability to clearly communicate with transit staff and other entities; demonstrate knowledge of the Ann Arbor campus environment and map interpretation skills. Ability to perform simple math. Must be able to pass all required pre-employment screenings, including a background screening, pre-employment drug screening, and pre-employment medical exam. Must be able to work varying shifts, hours, and days, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends; The University's Transit Service runs ~23 hours a day, 7 days a week. Ability to complete all required training. Ability to work with a diverse workforce and the University Community. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Commitment to practicing and promoting safety.

Employees must meet the qualification standards that are job-related and consistent with business necessity and must be able to perform the: essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Health & Safety Considerations: We provide all personal protective equipment (PPE) to stay safe and healthy. We value our team's health and safety, along with that of our riders. We promote a safety-minded culture.

Full-Time: 40 Hours per week; Year-round position. Varied Hours - Afternoon Shifts. Varied Days - Sunday through Saturday.