Salary: See Position Description

Location : Multiple Locations In Portland Metro Area, OR

Job Type: Union Full-Time

Job Number: 24-00057

Department: Maintenance (Union)

Division: Bus Maintenance Administration

Opening Date: 03/12/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

**For faster consideration, be sure to fill out ALL information on your application completely and accurately, including:

Work history for the past 5 years with reasons why you left previous employers
Out-of-state DMV record if you have held a license outside of Oregon in the past 10 years
Ability to work any shift at any Portland area location in inclement weather. (Schedules are determined by seniority and new hires typically start on a graveyard shift and in inclement weather.)

CDL Information: We encourage candidates who do not have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to apply. Upon hire, you will need to obtain a commercial learner permit before your first day of work. When you start work, we will guide you through the entire paid training process to obtain your CDL.

Why It Matters:
A CDL permit is your permission to drive our fleet. You'll need it to move buses around our yard or rescue stranded buses in the field.

If you're interested in this opportunity but unsure whether you meet our qualifications, please submit your application and we'll be happy to help you learn more about coming aboard with TriMet.

TriMet is hiring maintenance rockstars! If you take pride in your work and in the community, this is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door at TriMet and start your career!
The Maintenance Service Worker is an essential role that helps keep our public transit system looking its best! As an integral team member in the Operations department, you are the boots on the ground that maintain our buses, trains, buildings and grounds in top-notch condition for our valued customers and coworkers. Your daily responsibilities will range from moving and fueling buses to cleaning shelters to transporting fareboxes and attaching snow chains during weather events. Every day will bring new and exciting challenges, but with our comprehensive training program, you'll be ready for success.

At TriMet, we invest in our employees and offer competitive pay and unbeatable benefits for you and your family. But that's not all-many Service Workers get promoted into formal training programs, management and other exciting arenas every year, so you'll have the opportunity to advance your career and take on new challenges as you grow with us. The sky's the limit for your growth at TriMet.

Are you ready to jumpstart your career? If you're passionate about making a difference, eager to learn new skills and ready to join a world-class team dedicated to keeping the Portland area moving, we want to hear from you!

Essential Functions

1. Fuel, monitor and record fluid levels, vacuum interior, wash exterior, and park vehicles.
2. Clean the interior of vehicles; remove graffiti, clean exterior when necessary.
3. Maintain cleanliness and appearance of District shops, stations, shelters, benches, park and ride lots, track way, and their furnishings.
4. Use power and hand implements, using chemicals to accomplish the above when necessary.
5. Sign-out vehicles for service, exchange and transport fare boxes.
6. Attach and remove snow chains, under the supervision of a mechanic.

Position Requirements

A High School Diploma (GED) or equivalent is required.

Must be 19 years of age and possess a valid and active driver's license for the past three (3) years.

Must have a safe driving record and the ability to obtain and maintain Oregon intrastate CDL Class "B" (available at age 18) or Washington interstate CDL Class "B" license (available at age 21), with passenger endorsement and no restrictions on air brakes. If you do not have a CDL Class B license as specified, a CDL Class B permit with passenger endorsement and no restrictions on air brakes is required before starting.

Ability to safely lift 50 lbs.
One year experience in maintenance, mechanical, automotive, diesel, electrical, janitorial or a related field is great, but less experience will be considered for people with a can-do attitude and desire to grow their career.

Selection Criteria

1. Ability to safely operate district vehicles, servicing equipment and tools.
2. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors, consultants, and the general public, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds, the elderly, persons with disabilities and/or other vulnerable populations.
3. Ability to measure fluid levels, read meters and post data accurately to record.
4. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
6. Ability to be punctual and maintain regular attendance.
7. Ability to work outdoors in cold, rainy and inclement weather
8. Ability to work assigned shift (day, evening, graveyard) and locations throughout the Metro region.
9. Ability to obtain Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit prior to start date.
10. Ability to pass the required post-offer job-related physical and lifting assessments, and drug screen for this position.

Type of Position /Grade/FLSA
Union, Non-Exempt, Regular, Full-Time. Starting wage: $21.75 per hour. $2 shift differential for overnight work between 6pm and 6am! Wage will be in accordance with the current Working and Wage Agreement.

Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:

Application Review/Work Record Review
Driving Record Review - Upon submitting your application, you are required to submit a DMV report from every state (except Oregon) where you have held a driver's license in the past ten (10) years. Refer to online instructions to download and attach documents to your application or fax documents to (503) 962- 3477 or (503) 503-962-7440.
Verification of High School diploma or GED
Job Orientation / Supplemental Tests
Panel Interview
Criminal Background Check / Reference Check
Medical Examinations & Drug Screenings
CDL Class B Permit or License

Supplemental Information
Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.

Internal applicants: Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly and people with disabilities.

Full-Time and Mini-Run Operator (MRO)
Union Employee Benefits

Med ic a l Plan Options

Regence Union PPO 80/20 - Deductible: $300 Individual/$900 Family; Office Visit: 20%, after deductible; Out-of-Pocket Max: $2,300 Individual/$6,900 Family; Prescription Drugs: $10 Generic/$25 or 20% Formulary/50% Non-formulary. Benefits listed are for in-network, preferred providers.
Regence Union PPO 90/10 - Deductible: $150 Individual/$300 Family; Office Visit: 10%, after deductible; Out-of-Pocket Max: $1,650 Individual/$4,950 Family; Prescription Drugs: $5 Generic/$15 or 20% Formulary/50% Non-formulary. Benefits listed are for in-network, preferred providers.
Regence Union Health Savings Account (HSA) - Deductible: $1,600 Individual/$3,200 Family; Office Visit: 20%, after deductible; Out-of-Pocket Max: $5,000 Individual/$10,000 Family; Prescription Drugs: 20%, after deductible. Benefits listed are for in-network, preferred providers.
Kaiser Permanente EPO - No deductible; Office Visit: $10 copay; Out-of-Pocket Max: $600 Individual/$1,200 Family; Prescription Drugs: $10 copay.

All medical plans include prescription drug and vision coverage.

Dental Plan Options

Delta Dental of Oregon, provided by Moda - Preventive Services paid at: 100%; Basic Services paid at: 80%; Major Services paid at: 50%; $2,000 max benefit per person/year; Orthodontia paid at: 50% to $3,000 lifetime max/person.
Kaiser Dental - $10 Copay; Preventive Services paid at: 100%; Basic Services paid at: 80%; Major Services paid at: 50%; $2,000 max benefit per person/year; Orthodontia paid at: 50% to $3,000 lifetime max/person.

Coverage Effective Date
Fu l l-time Employees - Medical, vision, prescription, and dental coverage is effective the first of the month following your date of employment.
Mini-run Operators - Medical, vision, prescription, and dental benefits are effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Medical and Dental Rates

Effective January 1, 2024

Regence Union 90/10 PPO
Employee: $ 166.98
Employee & Spouse: $ 350.64
Employee & Child(ren): $ 292.18
Employee & Family: $ 467.56

Regence Union 80/20 PPO
Employee: $ 45.06
Employee & Spouse: $ 94.64
Employee & Child(ren): $ 78.86
Employee & Family: $ 126.18

Regence Union HSA
Employee: $ 0.00
Employee & Spouse: $ 0.00
Employee & Child(ren): $ 0.00
Employee & Family: $ 0.00

Regence Union HSA Employer Contribution
Employee: $ 69.52
Employee & Spouse: $ 145.94
Employee & Child(ren): $ 121.66
Employee & Family: $ 194.60

Kaiser Permanente EPO
Employee: $ 47.20
Employee & Spouse: $ 94.42
Employee & Child(ren): $ 84.98
Employee & Family: $ 141.62

Delta Dental of Oregon
Employee: $ 3.24
Employee & Spouse: $ 6.12
Employee & Child(ren): $ 5.94
Employee & Family: $ 8.90

Kaiser Dental
Employee: $ 2.74
Employee & Spouse: $ 5.02
Employee & Child(ren): $ 6.16
Employee & Family: $ 9.24

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
TriMet employees have access to the EAP through Canopy. The EAP is a free, confidential resource available to help employees (and their household members) with life's everyday issues. It also provides many other services including, but not limited to: counseling sessions, webinars, financial coaching, home ownership program, and online access to a wealth of information and resources.

Wellness Program
TriMet supports health and wellness through our Wellness Matters Program. Annual wellness offerings include: onsite biometric screening and flu shot clinics.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Care Spending Account - Allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for medical, vision, and dental expenses not covered by their health plan.
Dependent Care Spending Account - Allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for dependent care expenses.
Limited Flexible Spending Account - Allows employees enrolled in the Regence HSA plan to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for vision and dental expenses not covered by their health plan.

Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability/Permanent Disability
Refer to the for information on permanent disability.

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - TriMet provides Basic Life and AD&D Insurance to assist employees and their families in the event of death or dismemberment. These benefits are fully paid by TriMet.
Union Mini-run Operators
Benefit Amount: $18,250
All Other Union Employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Benefit Amount: $25,000

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and their child(ren). Employees pay the full cost for this insurance and must elect coverage for themselves in order to elect coverage for their dependents.
Employees may purchase one or more of the following voluntary coverages:
Hospital Indemnity insurance helps keep your finances on track when you are in the hospital. It pays you or a covered family member directly and you can use it to help cover costs such as copays, deductibles and living expenses.
Critical Illness insurance can help with costs from a serious illness that your medical insurance does not cover. It pays you or a covered family member a lump sum to use toward expenses like deductibles, groceries or childcare during recovery.
Accident insurance can help with costs that medical insurance does not cover if you are hurt in an accident. It pays you or a covered family member directly and you can use it toward your deductible, copay or daily expenses during recovery.

Pe n sion
Defined Contribution Plan 401(a)
TriMet provides a defined contribution pension plan to employees. TriMet deposits the equivalent of 8 percent of an employee's base pay into an investment account each pay period. The employee also has the option of contributing up to 15 percent of his/her base pay pre-tax to the account each pay period. The employee directs the investment of the employee's individual account. The employee is vested in the account after three years of service.

Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b)
A Deferred Compensation Plan Section 457 (a plan for public employees), allows the employee to build retirement savings with pre-tax dollars to supplement pension, Social Security and private investment.

Pa i d Leave
Refer to the for complete information on sick, vacation, holiday, and personal days.

F r e e Transit Pass
Al l full-time employees , their spouses/domestic partners, and eligible* dependents are eligible for a photo identification badge, which is honored as a bus/MAX pass on all lines of the District following their first 120 (one hundred twenty) calendar day probationary period.

M i n i-run operators their spouses/domestic partners, and eligible* dependents are eligible for a photo identification badge, which is honored as a bus/MAX pass on all lines of the District following their 6 (six) month probationary period.

*Child dependents are eligible for a free transit pass up to age 19, or age 24 if living at home and attending school full-time.

T EI Membership
TriMet's corporate fitness center (TEI) is available to employees, and their spouse or eligible domestic partner, at five locations. Membership dues are only $13.00 per month for TriMet employees and an additional $6.00 per month for a spouse or eligible domestic partner.

Please note: Full Time (FT) & Mini Run Operator (MRO) employees receive a security ID badge and are eligible to join TEI immediately upon hire. The spouse or domestic partner, however, does not receive a spouse ID badge until after the employee has successfully completed their probationary period. At the end of the probationary period, TriMet spouse identification badges will be issued to the employee's spouse or eligible domestic partner at the employee's request. Once the spouse/domestic partner receives their ID badge, they will be able to join TEI.

NOTICE: The information contained in this document is intended solely to provide general information regarding the benefits offered by TriMet. This information is subject to change at any time.
Revised: 12/12/2023

01

Are you able to work any shift out of any of our locations in the greater Portland-Metro area? Please note all of our scheduling is based on seniority and you are likely to work a graveyard shift for an extended period of time.

Yes, I am able and willing to work at any location and any shift including graveyard.
No, I am not willing to work any shifts at any locations.

02

Have you had your license for at least 3 years? Applicants must have held a valid license for the last three years without any gaps longer than 90 days.

Yes, I have held a valid driver's license for at least the past 3 years
No, I have not held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years

03

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

04

Have you held a driver's license in a state other than Oregon in the last ten (10) years? If so, please provide the driver's license number and state of issue. *Please note that you are required to submit a ten (10) year driving record from every state (except Oregon), in which you have held a license, within 2 weeks of submitting your application. Driving records must be faxed to (503) 962-3477.

05

Please provide your current driver's license number and the state in which it was issued.

06

Do you have one or more years of experience in maintenance, mechanical, automotive, diesel, electrical, janitorial, or a related field?

07

Please explain, why you are interested in working as a Maintenance Worker at TriMet?

08

How has safety played a part in your previous work experience?

Required Question