Part-Time Transit Vehicle Technician (Incentive)

City-of-Ames,-I; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Ames is seeking part-time Lane Workers to support CyRide. The role involves routine vehicle servicing, cleaning, light maintenance of buses, and grounds upkeep. The 12-month commitment and CDL training requirements are specified, with a special $1,000 hiring incentive payout plan.

Shifts include evenings and weekends; this is a less-than-20-hours-per-week position without benefits. Applicants should be ready to obtain or upgrade CDL endorsements within three attempts as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain Iowa driver’s license and Commercial Driver's License within the stated timelines.
• No more than two moving violations/accidents in 3 years; strong driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and cleaning of transit vehicles.
• Maintain facilities and grounds, including snow removal and cleaning tasks.
• Operate buses and related equipment, report needed repairs.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Cleaning concepts

Shop safety

Transit bus operation

Grounds maintenance equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Post driver

Job description

City of Ames is seeking part-time Lane Workers to support CyRide. The role involves routine vehicle servicing, cleaning, light maintenance of buses, and grounds upkeep. The 12-month commitment and CDL training requirements are specified, with a special $1,000 hiring incentive payout plan.

Shifts include evenings and weekends; this is a less-than-20-hours-per-week position without benefits. Applicants should be ready to obtain or upgrade CDL endorsements within three attempts as required.