Bus Fueler

Pocatello Fire Department; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Pocatello Fire Department seeks a Bus Fueler to perform fueling and fluid checks on transit vehicles and equipment. You will inspect equipment for readiness and assist mechanics, drivers, and dispatchers across the shop and fueling stations.

The role involves directing bus washers, handling fare box cash, and maintaining logs, with emphasis on safety and proper procedures in a dynamic shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Class B CDL with airbrake and passenger endorsements required.
• One year of experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs fueling and fluid level checks on Department equipment and vehicles in fueling station and shop.
• Assists mechanics by referring problems found and potential repairs.
• Directs bus washers/cleaners.
• Empties fare boxes and turns in cash to administrative office.
• Assists drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, and Department staff; drives buses to shop and repair facilities.
• Maintains fueling and inspection logs.
• Follows City policies and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fueling operations knowledge

Equipment inspections

Operate vehicles/buses

Read technical manuals

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Class B CDL with airbrake and passenger endorsements

1 year experience preferred

Tools

OSHA regulations knowledge

Maintenance logs

PC software familiarity

Job description

The Bus Fueler performs fueling and fluid level check duties on Transit Department vehicles and equipment. The job includes conducting interior and exterior inspections on equipment to ensure that equipment is ready for operation, collects and accounts for cash from fare boxes, and assists mechanics and drivers with a variety of miscellaneous tasks, as assigned. The job requires knowledge of the operation of fueling and fluid check equipment. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. The work environment isa vehicle and equipment maintenance shop and fueling station environment that may include exposure to weather conditions, moving vehicles, and hazards involving exposure to fuels and fluids. The noise level is generally moderate but with occasional exposure to noisy and/or loud equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs fueling and fluid level checks on Department equipment and vehicles in Department fueling station and shop. Performs exterior and interior checks on equipment for damages. Assists in determining if equipment is ready for operation.
• Refers problems found and potential problems and/or repairs needed to mechanics.
• Assists in directing bus washers/cleaners.
• Empties fare boxes and turns in cash to administrative office.
• Performs a variety of tasks assisting drivers, mechanics, and dispatchers, as assigned. Drives buses and other Department vehicles to and from shop and repair facilities.
• Maintains fueling and inspection logs.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Licences and/or Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Class B CDL with airbrake and passenger endorsements required;
• One (1) year of experience is preferred; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods, techniques, and objectives of equipment fueling, conducting fluid level checks, and minor maintenance;
• Equipment and tools used in the fueling and preparation of vehicles and equipment;
• Federal (OSHA) regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices relating to handling fuels, fluids, and equipment;
• State, local, and other applicable vehicle safety codes and regulations;
• Operation of a personal computer and job-related software applications.

Skill and ability to:

• Determine fuel and fluid levels in buses and equipment and maintain required levels;
• Perform safety and damage inspections and refer potential problems to mechanics;
• Direct the activities of bus washers;
• Assist mechanics, drivers, dispatchers, and Department administrators, as assigned;
• Operate vehicles and buses in the Department inventory;
• Operate hand tools;
• Operate a personal computer;
• Operate power equipment;
• Read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams;
• Maintain maintenance records, logs, and documentation;
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance;
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations;
• Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard or type, reach with hands and arms, and operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the Essential Functions And Interact With The Public Is Required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with