HOSTLER JUNIOR APPRENTICE

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MARTA in Atlanta is seeking candidates to perform daily non-mechanical inspection, cleaning and refueling of the bus fleet. The role requires extensive driving of MARTA buses as part of daily duties and entails checks of fluid levels, recording usage and reporting defects.

Candidates must hold a current Georgia CDL license with Passenger endorsement (or a permit with P endorsement and obtain license within 3 weeks of hire), have at least two years of driving experience, and pass required tests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass reading and math tests and a mechanical aptitude test.
• Heavy equipment operations experience is desired.
• Minimum two years driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily non-mechanical inspection, general cleaning and refueling of the MARTA bus fleet.
• Extensively drive MARTA buses as part of daily duties.
• Picks up vehicle from parking area and drives to fuel island.

Skills

Heavy equipment operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A or B with Passenger endorsement

CDL Permit with Passenger endorsement

Job description

Job Description

NOTE:

This posting is to fill the current vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill any future vacancies that may occur in the next 6 months.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent (GED). In addition, must pass an administered reading and math comprehensive test and a mechanical aptitude test. Heavy equipment operations experience is desired.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS:

The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

Internal Applicants ONLY

Internal Candidates Will Have a Record Evaluation Check To Determine If They Are Eligible To Continue In The Interview Process. Candidates Will Be Automatically Disqualified For Interview Consideration If Their Record Evaluations For The Rolling Year Backward At The Time Of Review Consist Of

A combined total of three (3) occurrences and/or lose outs (tardies)

• Any instances of absence without leave (AWOL)
• Any disciplinary actions
• Any valid customer complaints
• Employee has not successfully completed probationary period as a new hire

Notes:

Record evaluation will be conducted based on the twelve months preceding the initial date of the posting. Candidates must remain in good standing once selected through the job screening and offer process. Failure to remain in good standing based on the criteria listed above will disqualify any candidate. Additional Requirements (Internal/External Candidates)

Summary

Performs the daily non-mechanical inspection, general cleaning and refueling of the Authority's bus fleet. Extensive driving of MARTA buses is required in performance of daily duties.

• Picks-up vehicle from designated parking area; drives vehicle to fuel island.
• Checks all fluid levels (oil, water, transmission) and fills to designated levels; refuels to capacity; records fluid usage.
• Cyclone cleans and air sweeps vehicle interior. Sweeps or vacuums the bus interior.
• Checks vehicle for broken mirrors or window glass, windshield wiper condition and operation, exterior and interior lights operation, and tire condition; notes defects on vehicle card.
• Drives vehicle through bus wash and onto designated parking area.
• Steam cleans, or pressure washes engines as required.
• Makes non-mechanical road calls to any location within the MARTA service area to replace defective vehicles.
• Performs other mechanical support duties as required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a current, valid State of Georgia issued CDL license (Class A or B) with a Passenger (“P”) endorsement or current valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s (CDL) Permit (Class A or B) with a passing “P” endorsement score is required. Individuals hired with a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit, must obtain a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B) with a Passenger endorsement within three (3) weeks of their date of hire.

A minimum of two years driving experience. A maximum of one (1) moving violation, with a maximum of three (3) points on Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) within a 24-month period. No DUI violations allowed.

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Must have stable work history and satisfactory reference checks.

MARTA is a DrugFree Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.

Classification: Represented

Number of Openings: 4

Hourly Rate: $20.93