Cleaner Bus Maintenance

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County in Houston is seeking a Cleaner who will clean and service METRO buses, vehicles, equipment and parts in a safe, efficient manner. It requires attention to safety procedures and high-quality customer service for internal and external METRO customers.

The role functions under a Mechanical Foreman and emphasizes timely completion of duties, safety compliance, and proper reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of two years of stable work experience preferred in cleaning or maintenance.
• Ability to read memos and complete written reports.

Responsibilities

• Clean and service METRO buses, vehicles, equipment, and parts.
• Drive buses through fueling stations and washers; move and park vehicles.
• Record fuel, oil, and mileage; check tires and report defects.
• Perform safety-compliant cleaning of facilities and shop areas.
• Complete reports and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Texas Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scrubbing equipment

Shop scrubbers

Job description

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Under direct supervision of a Mechanical Foreman, the Cleaner will clean and service to completion METRO buses, automobiles, equipment, and component parts in a timely manner. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Drives buses and other METRO operated vehicles through fueling stations and washers. Move and park vehicles.
• Checks the levels of and add to fuel, oil, DEF and other fluids and record amounts added and the mileage of assigned METRO vehicles.
• Checks tires for air and tread condition, note and report loose lug nuts and make tire changes when necessary.
• Notes the repair/malfunctions and defects.
• Responsible for the steam, wash, polish, hand clean and disinfecting of all METRO operated vehicles, parts, components, equipment, furnishings, and building.
• Cleans and scrubs service stations, floors, pits, wash racks and other areas as assigned. Sweep, dust, fumigate, wash, and otherwise clean the complete shop including others such as air vents.
• Responsible for safely handling yard scrubbing equipment, shop scrubbers, forklifts, and other specialized and support equipment.
• Collect and dispose of trash, debris and other materials and objects as necessary.
• Completes all required reports, lists and records in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies Safety Management System (SMS) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Hourly Rate: $17.52

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Years & Experience Required

Minimum of two (2) years stable work experience preferred. Experience in building maintenance services and/or basic preventive maintenance; cleaning and servicing autos preferred. Ability to read memos, announcements, safety messaging as well as complete/fill-out written reports, records, and forms.

Knowledge & Skills Required

A valid Texas Driver’s License is required and must meet METRO’s requirements regarding motor vehicle records, testing/assessments, and other contingencies as appropriate. Employee must successfully complete the METRO Bus Servicer Orientation and Driver Training Program within the first twenty-one (21) calendar days of employment as a condition of continued employment with METRO.

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.