Maintenance Porter

GLOBAL PARKING SYSTEMS - MSY; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Porter to join their team at a bustling airport shuttle service. This role involves ensuring the cleanliness and functionality of shuttle buses, providing exceptional customer service, and adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, a valid CDL, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a first-class parking experience, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must maintain cleanliness of shuttle buses and assist supervisors.
• Requires valid CDL and DOT medical card for operation of shuttle buses.

Responsibilities

• Refuel and clean shuttle buses while maintaining safety standards.
• Assist with customer complaints and ensure a neat appearance.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Lift 75 Pounds

Communication Skills

Basic Calculations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Louisiana CDL with Passenger Endorsement

DOT Medical Card

Tools

Brooms

Mops

Brushes

Job description

Company Summary and Location

Global Parking Systems (GPS) is the shuttle service provider for the Louis Armstrong International Airport located in Kenner, Louisiana and are experts in the management of parking lots, valet services, parking management and shuttle operations at airports across the country.

Global Parking Systems also partners with SP Plus Parking Corporation, a leader in the parking management space. Together, we are committed to making the parking experience a first-class enjoyable one for parking consumers.

Built on the foundation of excellence and integrity, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of service at all of our parking facilities.

Global Parking Systems MSY – Kenner Operations’ administrative offices are located on the ground floor of the Economy Garage on Airline Drive.

Scope of Position

Maintenance Porters operator a F550 22-passenger seat shuttle bus to refuel the shuttle to allow a continuous flow in rotation for shuttle drivers.

Essential Functions

To perform the Maintenance Porter position successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty and responsibility listed below with little supervision:

•Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of shuttle buses

•Refuel shuttle buses

•Have and maintain an acceptable DMV record

•Assist Supervisors with other duties as needed

•Obey all federal, state, and local laws including traffic laws regarding proper operation of shuttle bus

Starting Hourly Rate of Pay

The starting rate of pay for the Maintenance Porter position is $18.00 hourly.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an individual encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Porter position:

•The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

•The Maintenance Porter will be responsible for cleaning and upkeeping shuttle buses outdoors in diverse temperatures and adverse weather conditions

Position Status and Availability

The individual selected to the Maintenance Porter position must be available to work a full-time 7:00a – 3:30p shift Monday – Friday shift including holidays.

Position Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required for an individual to successfully perform the Maintenance Porter position:

•Refuel shuttle buses

•Clean interior and exterior of shuttle buses

•Refreshing interior of shuttle buses

•Check oil

•Perform cleaning of interior and exterior of shuttle buses as noted in checklists

•Ensure all dirt, dust, litter and debris is removed from all areas of the buses using brooms, mops, brushes and other hand tools.

•Report any unknown, observed or suspected violations of company policy, safety hazards or any unusual occurrence to the facility manager in a timely manner

•Assist customers within the facility or as directed by the facility manager/supervisor

•Resolve customer complaints independently or with the aid of a supervisor.

•Be familiar with all aspects of the operation and cover other duties on an as needed basis

•Maintain a neat and clean appearance and arrive and remain in complete uniform before and during scheduled shifts

•Perform other duties as assigned.

•Strong customer service skills

•Ability to push, pull, carry and lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds

•Ability to comply with company’s policies and procedures

•Ability to speak clearly, write legibly, perform basic calculations and work well other employees

•Willingness to work outside in extreme weather conditions (cold, hot, rainy)

•Consistently arrive at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time

•Ability to effectively communicate in English (speak, read, write) with customers, co-workers and management to their understanding

Licenses and Certifications

The individual selected to the Maintenance Porter position must remain compliant with federal and local CDL requirements and are required to report any situation that may disqualify the individual from having a CDL certification. This includes random alcohol and drug testing and post-accident alcohol and drug testing. The individual selected to the position must possess a valid Louisiana CDL with passenger endorsement.

DOT Medical Card

The individual selected to the Maintenance Porter position must possess a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT Medical Card) by a certified, registered medical examiner and is required to ensure that the medical card is renewed prior to the expiration date listed on the card.

Training Courses

The individual selected to the Maintenance Porter position must possess computer knowledge to ensure completion of online training courses in a timely manner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Porter position.

While performing the duties of the Maintenance Porter position, the individual is regularly required to:

•Sit, stand, walk, bend stoop, kneel and use hands to handle equipment

•Reach with hands and arms, talk and hear

•Occasionally climb or balance

•Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Education Requirements

The individual selected to the Maintenance Porter position must possess a:

•High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)

•Louisiana Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement

•DOT medical card by a certified, registered medical examiner