Paratransit Service Employee

First Student; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

First Student is seeking a dependable Utility Service / Fueling Associate to fuel, clean, inspect, and maintain our para-transit fleet, ensuring vehicles are ready for daily service.

You will support yard operations, manage fuel island activity, perform vehicle inspections, light maintenance, and maintain facility cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Open the lot and check 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.
• Open and operate the fuel island.
• Take accurate fuel stick and meter readings.
• Complete daily fuel inventory sheets and required fuel reports.
• Monitor fuel levels and notify management when deliveries are needed.
• Follow proper procedures during fuel deliveries, including pre- and post-delivery readings.
• Check and fill vehicle fluids, including oil, antifreeze, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid.
• Inspect belts, tires, and vehicles for damage during fueling or scheduled checks.
• Report vehicle damage, tire issues, or maintenance concerns immediately.
• Maintain spill response supplies and assist with spill containment procedures when necessary.
• Clean vehicle interiors and exteriors to help maintain a clean and professional fleet.
• Perform light building and grounds maintenance, including yard cleanup, grass, weeds, and other assigned projects.
• Support additional operational needs as assigned by management.

Skills

Time management

Punctuality

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utility Service / Fueling Associate - Para-Transit Operations

Are you dependable, hands-on, and comfortable working in a fast-paced transportation environment? We are looking for a Utility Service / Fueling Associate to help keep our para-transit fleet fueled, clean, safe, and ready for daily service.

In this role, you will support daily yard operations, fuel island activity, vehicle inspections, light maintenance, and overall facility cleanliness. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in keeping operations moving and enjoys active, hands-on work.

$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

Why This Role Matters

Every safe and on-time trip starts with a vehicle that is fueled, clean, inspected, and ready to go. In this role, your work directly supports drivers, passengers, and the overall success of para-transit operations.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Language Requirement

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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.