Transit Stop Technician

Salary:  $40,200.00

Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and custodial duties at all HRT transit stops to ensure the “face” of the agency is maintained in a clean and safe manner for the public. The essential job functions of this position are to maintain the overall safety, appearance, cleanliness, and functionality of all transit stops at HRT bus, light rail and ferry stops, in addition to providing quality assurance and control oversight at certain passenger amenity locations being cleaned by contractors.  This position is responsible for overseeing the implementation of and adherence to HRT policies and best practices, along with the timely completion of critical work that directly impacts the initial public impression of HRT services.

Essential Job Functions:

(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might be reasonably assigned.)

• Drive routes and inspect all transit stops for routine and/or reported issues.
• Perform basic condition assessments of all transit stops as well as inventory and photograph all assets related to those stops.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on damaged transit stop amenities, to include cleaning and replacing broken shelter glass panels, and repairing or replacing broken and missing benches, trash cans, solar lighting, and bus stop signage.
• Operates a wide variety of power and hand tools in performing maintenance and repair services, including hoists, power washers, paint sprayers, weed eaters, and other similar equipment.
• Remove graffiti from passenger amenities using chemical wash and pressure washing as well as touching up paint as needed.
• Maintain landscaping around passenger amenities, which may include grass cutting, shrub trimming, tree branch removal, weed control, and picking up trash from the ground.
• Empty/clean HRT trash containers and dispose in appropriate dumpsters.
• Pressure wash amenities at and pavement around HRT transit stops as directed.
• Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within 25 feet of HRT facilities and/or passenger amenities using hand-operated tools or small power equipment.
• Perform Adopt-A-Stop installations and removals as needed when volunteers enter and exit the program.
• Address emergencies at all transit stops, when necessary, which may include cleaning of biohazard waste (i.e., vomit, feces, urine, blood), applying limited pest control measures for bees/wasps, rodents, roaches and ants, and mitigation of dangerous conditions such as broken glass, exposed electrical wiring, or severely damaged shelters or other amenities.
• Submit Facilities Maintenance work orders when problems are identified and/or issues cannot be resolved in the field.
• Scan Am I Clean? QR Codes at each stop and report when a cleaning or maintenance issue at that stop has been addressed.
• Maintain an inventory of tools and supplies; performs daily, weekly, and periodic maintenance on assigned equipment, assists in maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for equipment, including checking gasoline and fluid levels; schedules regular oil changes, tune-ups and required maintenance on HRT owned vehicles.
• Receives and responds to or refers customer complaints to the appropriate HRT staff.
• Assist Facilities in setting up for meetings, trainings, conferences, special events, etc.
• Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
• Safely operate all vehicles and other job-related equipment provided by HRT.
• Comply with all related Hampton Roads Transit policies and procedures.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to Job Functions:

Knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures. Ability to perform recurring tasks independently. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Must demonstrate satisfactory communication skills (both verbal and written) and be able to perform basic math. Ability to operate a vehicle. Ability to tow a trailer with heavy equipment. Ability to safely use and operate a pressure washer. Ability to operate an safely use lawn care equipment. Ability to oversee work performed by cleaning contractors and provide effective oral communication. 

Required Software Knowledge and Skills essential to Job Functions:

Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential.  Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected.   Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.

Software applications:

Ability to use computers is required, including Microsoft Outlook.

Safety Responsibility:

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

Training and/or Education:

High school diploma or GED certificate required with basic mechanical skills and an understanding of tools and their use.

Required Experience:

 Minimum 1 year of general cleaning and/or facilities maintenance related work.

Licenses or Certificates:           

Possess a valid Driver's License.  Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence).

Special Requirements:

This position is classified as essential personnel.

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Physical Demands:

Work requires some bending, crouching, stretching, reaching, lifting and carrying (up to 75 lbs.).  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Unusual Demands:

Work involves exposure to dirt, odors, chemicals, and potential biohazards.  Position may also require working during non-regular business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hampton Roads Transit is an EOE.