TURNERS FALLS Utility Worker The Utility Worker\'s primary
responsibilities are to safely and efficiently clean and fuel buses,
vans, and other company vehicles in order to provide a clean and safe
transit service to our passengers. The cleaner will also be responsible
for assisting in maintaining bus stops to include shelters and signs as
well as assist in maintaining the facility and other company property.
He or she must also be responsible for assisting in the cleaning of the
common areas of the building, garage bays, wash bay, including the
restrooms. He or she must also complete all required associated
paperwork, daily, in a prompt and accurate fashion. MAJOR DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties listed below are representative of those
performed by a Utility Worker: But not limited to- Report to garage on
time and pre inspect tools and equipment prior to beginning work. Drive
buses and other company vehicles in a safe, defensive manner. Employees
with no CDL will be restricted to driving buses only on the property.
Inspect, fuel, clean, and add fluids to buses as they come off route or
as necessary according to maintenance procedures and policies. Inspect,
fuel, clean, and add fluids to other company vehicles and equipment as
necessary or directed. Coordinate with Dispatchers and Technicians to
ensure availability of buses for routes. Report to Maintenance Manager
any unusual occurrences which occur during your shift at the time of
occurrence. Complete an Incident or Accident Report for any such
occurrence. Report any mechanical or safety deficiencies found to the
Maintenance Manager. Inspect and maintain shelters, signs, and other bus
stop property in regards to cleanliness, damage, vandalism, and snow
removal. Posts schedules as needed at bus stops. Report consistent
damage to bus stop property to the Operations Manager. Assist in
maintaining the facility and grounds to include painting, cleaning,
landscaping, basic building repair, etc. Assist in installation of new
bus stop signs, shelters, or other improvements to stops. Complete
appropriate paperwork as necessary during the shift. Run errands to
include picking up parts and delivering mail and supplies between the
FTM and FRTA offices. Other associated functions as may be relevant to
the position/ department and prescribed from time to time. MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: Education: A high school diploma or GED is required.
Experience: Custodial and maintenance experience is preferred.
Possession of a current class D license is required as well as the
ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card if hired. Knowledge: Incumbent must
be able to read and write. Physical Requirements: Incumbent must have a
high degree of energy, be physically capable of rapid relocation to site
of accidents, and must meet physical, medical, and mobility requirements
for operation of a commercial vehicle. Must be able to lift and move
heavy items and bend, squad, twist into confined spaces as necessary for
inspections and repairs. Must be available to work evenings and weekend
hours as required. Must be available for snow removal when required.
Interpersonal Skills: Must have excellent communication skills for
Positive Interactions With Other Company Personnel, Public Agency
personnel, vendors, and the general public. Must be capable of
responding to employee inquiries, concerns, suggestions, and complaints.
Work Environment: The work environment is primarily indoors with
frequent exposure to outdoor weather, bus fumes, oils and grease,
accident site and traffic hazards, and some hazardous materials.
Incumbent must be comfortable with occasional work alone in a
non-populated area at night
