Utility Worker
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Salary : $47,070.40 - $56,284.80 Annually Location : San Luis Obispo, CA Job Type: Permanent - Hourly Job Number: 0824RT-040009-01 Department: Regional Transit Authority Opening Date: 08/26/2024 Closing Date: Continuous About the PositionAt RTA, having a clean bus and bus stops is so important because it reflects our values of safety, attention to details and providing a great rider experience. Join our team as a Utility Worker, where you'll play a crucial part in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of our fleet and facilities. Under general supervision, you'll follow a detailed checklist to ensure the interior and exterior of buses, vans, and other facilities are kept in top condition. Your duties will include sweeping, dusting, and performing minor repairs, as well as maintaining bus stops and related amenities. If you have a keen eye for cleanliness and enjoy a varied work schedule that may include evenings and weekends, we encourage you to apply and help us keep our community transportation running smoothly. JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, and to a schedule and detailed checklist, cleans the interior and exterior of buses, vans, and facilities, including bus stops and related passenger amenities, and other related work as required. For full job description Utility Worker The Ideal CandidateESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES other duties as assigned Sweeps, dusts and cleans the interior and exterior of all RTA vehicles; replaces notices and advertisements as necessary on buses and at bus stops; use sound judgment; keeps schedule racks stocked; removes graffiti and notifies supervisor of any un-reported damage or needed repairs; cleans bus stops and related equipment; services bus stop waste containers; performs minor repairs on bus stop fixtures, trims tree branches, shrubs and weeds; performs general grounds keeping and facility cleaning/upkeep duties; may include operating RTA non-commercial vehicles on public roadways and commercial vehicles in the RTA yard. Hours of work will vary and may include evening and/or weekend work. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Graduation from high school or a GED certificate; demonstrated ability or ability to learn to operate commercial vehicles as necessary in the RTA yard; experience working cooperatively with others; experience in the use of the methods, equipment and tools required in the cleaning and upkeep of transit-related equipment including but not limited to common hand and power tools, mop/bucket, window cleaning equipment, weed trimmer, leaf blower, pressure washer and upholstery cleaner. Experience working in positions that demonstrated the ability to stand for long periods of time; lift and move heavy objects; bend or stoop repeatedly; perform other physical demands of vehicle cleaning, grounds keeping and facility cleaning/upkeep. Must pass a DOT physical and drug/alcohol screen. Licenses: A valid California driver's license is required at the time of application. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS The essential functions of this job are performed in both a shop environment and outside in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Work is performed on ladders, around moving vehicles, equipment and machinery with moving parts, under wet and slippery conditions and, occasionally, with hands in water. Incumbents are exposed on a daily basis to a dry atmosphere, intermittent loud noise and vibrations, dust, silica, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, electrical energy, and toxic and/or caustic chemicals. On a daily basis, the essential functions of the job require employees to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, and walk and occasionally to crawl into confined spaces; to extend arms and use upper extremities, finger dexterity and hand strength to reach, pick, pinch and grasp tools and controls and/or to feel the attributes of objects; to lift, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; to push and pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds; to hear and talk to receive and communicate instructions and other information; to rotate neck left and right and bend neck forward and backward; to bend and twist torso; to read and see objects clearly within one foot to arms length, and occasionally to twenty feet, requiring a full field of vision and good depth perception with the ability to adjust focus and distinguish basic colors and shades of color; and to operate vehicles and equipment requiring the use of both feet and hands. How to Apply This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at any time without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities, which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at . Confidential inquiries are welcomed. (RTA) The Regional Transit Authority is a Joint Powers Agency serving residents and visitors of: Arroyo Grande Atascadero Grover Beach Morro Bay Paso Robles Pismo Beach San Luis Obispo and The County of San Luis Obispo. For further information regarding the San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority, visit our website at . Supplemental Information THIS RECRUITMENT AND THE POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING IS WITH THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (RTA) ONLY, WHICH IS AN INDEPENDENT PUBLIC AGENCY NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO. RTA has contracted the services of the San Luis Obispo County Human Resources Department for administering and processing your application. Reasonable Accommodation Notice:Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-###-#### for assistance or e-mail ...@co.slo.ca.us for more information. The RTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. The RTA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. The RTA is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal employment opportunity plan in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. The RTA Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan is available online at www.slorta.org. If you have a disability or special need that requires reasonable accommodation, please contact the RTA directly at (805) ###-####. Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-###-#### for assistance or e-mail ...@co.slo.ca.us for more information. Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement. Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)###-####.