Access Utility Worker

Cincinnati Metro; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided after probation

Annual uniform voucher

Free Metro bus pass for employees and+

OPERS pension plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Cincinnati Metro is hiring an Access Utility Worker to fuel, prepare, and maintain paratransit vehicles, ensuring safety, reliability, and readiness for riders who depend on door-to-door transit services.

This role covers fueling, logging, cleaning, and housekeeping duties, with paid training and opportunities for career growth. Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package and pay progression.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• At least 18 years old.
• No more than 4 points on motor vehicle report.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Experience driving large vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are fueled and fluids topped off and ready for service.
• Maintain fuel logs for each vehicle and fuel/fluid type.
• Park vehicles according to the facility parking plan.
• Maintain fuel island cleanliness; report spills.
• Comply with OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Perform general housekeeping and janitorial duties.
• Safely handle cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Help us keep Cincinnati accessible! As an Access Utility Worker at Metro, you do more than routine maintenance work— you perform mission-driven, people-focused service and play a vital role in ensuring our Access Paratransit vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready to serve our riders who depend on door-to-door transit services.

In this role, you will be responsible for all functions related to vehicle fueling, preparing vehicles for daily service, and completing general janitorial and housekeeping duties. This position plays a critical role in ensuring vehicles are safe, clean, properly fueled, and ready for service at various times throughout the day.

Access Utility Worker Compensation

Metro offers paid training for those who wish to become a Transit Technician but do not currently possess a commercial driver’s license and passenger endorsement.

Access Utility Worker Starting Pay Rate:

$20.44 / HR with yearly pay increases

Access Utility Worker Job Duties, Physical Demands, & Qualifications

Job Duties

• Ensure all vehicles are completely fueled and fluids are topped off and ready for service
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date fuel logs for each vehicle and fuel/fluid type
• Park vehicles according to the facility parking plan
• Maintain fuel island cleanliness; immediately contain and report any spills
• Maintain work areas in compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations
• Perform general housekeeping and janitorial duties
• Safely handle cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Sit for periods of time (O)
• Handling/Fingering when necessary to fuel the passenger coach (C)
• Reach Outward with arms or legs for fueling of passenger coach (C)
• Reach Above Shoulder when necessary for fueling the passenger coach (O)
• Squat or Kneel (O)
• Stand (F)

N (Not Applicable): Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally): Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hours a day)

F (Frequently): Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hours a day)

C (Constantly): Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours a day)

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• No more than 4 points on motor vehicle report
• Experience driving large vehicles preferred, but not required
• Experience with fueling and fluid servicing preferred, but not required
• Customer service experience preferred

Why Choose a Career at Metro?

Compensation

• Competitive starting hourly wage and paid training
• Additional $.50 / HR shift differential
• Overtime available across all shifts

Career Growth, Perks, and Benefits

• Union / seniority based
• Regular schedule picks provide variability in your job responsibilities
• Uniforms provided after probationary period ends + an annual uniform voucher
• Free Metro bus pass for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement Savings (OPERS) pension plan
• No longer have to pay into social security
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional flexible and health spending accounts
• Performance-based career advancement: Mechanic A and B

Equal Employment Opportunity

Metro is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other conditions of employment or career development.