What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Person - Part-Time position at Frederick County , Inc.?

Salary : $18.68 Hourly

Location : Transit - Frederick, MD

Job Type : Part-Time Non-Benefited

Job Number : FY25-00222

Department : Transit Services

Opening Date : 08 / 20 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

JOB INFORMATION

Join the award-winning transit system of Transit Services of Frederick County! We are seeking an energetic and customer service focused individual to become a part of our growing team.

Proudly serving the Frederick community, Transit provides essential transportation services to the County to connect people to employment, medical services, education, and more. Transit offers public transit, paratransit, and commuter assistance services throughout Frederick County, MD.

POSITION DETAILS :

Non-exempt; part-time; 20 hours per week; varied hours between 4 : 00 a.m. - 10 : 00 p.m.; no-benefits; grant-funded

This position is responsible for cleaning Transit Services fleet vehicles and other property and equipment, including passenger shelters and bus stops, and may be assigned additional fleet support duties

as appropriate. Supervision is received from the Operations Supervisor.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Clean, wash and wax fleet vehicles (interior and exterior) and assure that vehicles are kept clean per Transit standards

Maintain written report of vehicle washes and detailing

Clean passenger shelters, remove trash and graffiti, and perform minor maintenance and upkeep

Responsible for the operation, daily / weekly / quarterly maintenance, cleaning and upkeep of the bus wash system and facility

Conduct periodic inventory of the bus supplies and onboard equipment, schedules, rider bulletins, internal and external commercial ads, etc.

Maintain an accountability of all cleaning and petroleum byproduct supplies and requisitions

Compile and prepare daily and periodic written reports (e.g. daily vehicle and bus wash system maintenance, wash system and vehicle supply, etc.)

Perform non-mechanical vehicle maintenance, such as filling fluids, replacing headlamps, etc.

Assist with vehicle pre-trip and driver pullout according to schedule; write-up defects and submit reports

Assist with pulling fare boxes

Assist with bus stop sign inventory, installation and maintenance

Move, transport, and test drive fleet vehicles

Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications / requirements, knowledge / skills / abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Possession of a valid Maryland class B Commercial Driver's License with airbrake endorsement

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges

Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to accurately complete forms and reports, install signs and notices, etc.

Knowledge of potential safety hazards associated with basic automotive service, and ability to employ appropriate safety precautions

Ability and willingness to learn to operate all fleet vehicles

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR :

Related work experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS :

While in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, move or traverse, ascend or descend, reach, make repetitive motions and drive; frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, lift up to 20 pounds, lift between 20-50 pounds, push up to and over 40 pounds, pull up to and over 40 pounds; occasionally sit, crawl, lift over 50 pounds

While in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors, in temperatures above 100 degrees, in temperatures below 32 degrees, in dirty and dusty conditions, work in confined spaces, exposed to noise, near machinery, exposed to chemicals or fumes, required to wear protective equipment; frequently working outdoors, walking on uneven ground; occasionally have the potential to be exposed to infectious diseases; rarely work at heights

Ability to use hand tools, power tools and electrical equipment to wash vehicles and perform minor maintenance functions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

The grant that funds this position will determine the duration of the position

Must satisfy all Department of Transportation requirements as they apply to periodic physical examinations and licensing standards

This position is subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and random drug and alcohol testing

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include) :

An evaluation of training and experience

One or more interviews

A behind-the-wheel driving evaluation

A pre-employment DOT physical exam

A pre-employment DOT drug test, with marijuana

Position is not eligible to receive benefits with exception to the 457 Plan as listed below.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation :

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement now and pay taxes later by contributing a portion of their salaries pre-tax to the plan. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Which best describes your automobile operator's license status.

I do not possess a valid automobile operator's license

I possess a valid Class C automobile operator's license

I possess a valid CDL A or B operator's license

Do you have an "L" restriction on your CDL license?

Have you passed the airbrake knowledge and skill tests?

Do you have work experience related to the Utility Person / Bus Washer position?

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment / service and the duties you performed.NOTE : If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference.

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