Paratransit Quality Control Specialist

MPC Bus Corp; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

MPC Bus Corp is hiring a Utility Service / Fueling Associate for para-transit operations in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. You will open the lot, manage fueling, perform daily fuel readings, maintain inventory, and support maintenance tasks to keep a safe, reliable fleet moving.

Ideal candidates are safety-minded, able to work outdoors, and able to prioritize tasks while communicating with drivers and staff. Flexible hours including weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to interact professionally with drivers, employees, customers, management, and the public.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Opening the lot and checking para-transit parking areas to ensure vehicles can be dispatched on time.
• Repositioning vehicles to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow in the yard.
• Opening and operating the fuel island.
• Taking accurate fuel stick and meter readings.
• Completing daily fuel inventory sheets and required fuel reports.
• Monitoring fuel levels and notifying management when deliveries are needed.
• Following proper procedures during fuel deliveries, including pre- and post-delivery readings.
• Checking and filling vehicle fluids, including oil, antifreeze, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid.
• Inspecting belts, tires, and vehicles for damage during fueling or scheduled checks.
• Reporting vehicle damage, tire issues, or maintenance concerns immediately.
• Maintaining spill response supplies and assisting with spill containment procedures when necessary.
• Cleaning vehicle interiors and exteriors to help maintain a clean and professional fleet.
• Performing light building and grounds maintenance, including yard cleanup, grass, weeds, and other assigned projects.
• Supporting additional operational needs as assigned by management.

Skills

Reliability

Time management

Professional communication

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utility Service / Fueling Associate - Para-Transit Operations

$19.00/hr based on union CBA

What You'll Do

• Opening the lot and checking para-transit parking areas to ensure vehicles can be dispatched on time
• Repositioning vehicles as needed to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow in the yard
• Opening and operating the fuel island
• Taking accurate fuel stick and meter readings
• Completing daily fuel inventory sheets and required fuel reports
• Monitoring fuel levels and notifying management when deliveries are needed
• Following proper procedures during fuel deliveries, including pre- and post-delivery readings
• Checking and filling vehicle fluids, including oil, antifreeze, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid
• Inspecting belts, tires, and vehicles for damage during fueling or scheduled checks
• Reporting vehicle damage, tire issues, or maintenance concerns immediately
• Maintaining spill response supplies and assisting with spill containment procedures when necessary
• Cleaning vehicle interiors and exteriors to help maintain a clean and professional fleet
• Performing light building and grounds maintenance, including yard cleanup, grass, weeds, and other assigned projects
• Supporting additional operational needs as assigned by management

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-minded, and able to manage multiple tasks throughout the day. You should be comfortable working outdoors, communicating with team members, and following established procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Strong attendance and punctuality
• Ability to interact professionally with drivers, employees, customers, management, client representatives, union officials, and the public
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, including weekends and holidays based on business needs

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• This is an active, hands-on position that requires working outdoors in seasonal weather conditions.
• Candidates must be able to: Work in wet, cold, hot, or changing outdoor conditions
• Stand, bend, stoop, crouch, squat, and kneel while performing inspections and other duties
• Use full hearing, speech, and vision abilities
• Use hands and fingers for paperwork, equipment, and basic manual tasks
• Write clear, legible reports
• Drive a company or personal vehicle for work-related purposes when required

Disclaimer

First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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