Service Technician

YWCA USA; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance

Disability & Life insurance

Retirement plan 457(b)

In-house training

Job summary

Rock Region METRO in North Little Rock, AR is seeking a Service Technician to perform daily servicing of all METRO vehicles and equipment. You will check fluids, top off as needed, and keep interiors and exteriors clean.

Driving duties require safe operation and adherence to METRO policies and traffic laws. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 21+ years old, and a valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Service METRO vehicles and equipment daily.
• Check, top off and record all fluids; perform cleaning of interiors and exteriors.
• Operate and park METRO vehicles safely; relocate vehicles as directed.
• Follow METRO policies, safety directives, and traffic laws.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Defensive driving

Reading & math basics

Time management

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Starting Pay $20.28 per hour

Rock Region METRO (METRO) is Arkansas’ largest public transit agency and serves the Little Rock metropolitan area. Come build your career with us and help to provide reliable service to your community. We offer competitive pay and great benefits.

Benefits

• Company Advancement Opportunities
• Dental, Vision, and Employer Paid Health Insurance
• Employer Paid Disability & Life insurance
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• In-house Training Opportunities
• Transit Passes for Employees & Eligible Dependents
• Shift Differential
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union Membership
• Minority Lead Workforce
• Uniforms Provided
• Fulfilling Work
• Community Service
• Work-Life Balance
• Post High School Education Not Required

Service Technician Job Description

This position is responsible for daily servicing of all METRO vehicles and equipment. This involves checking, filling 'topping off' and recording all fluids, and daily cleaning. Performs all phases of interior and exterior METRO vehicle cleaning, which includes, but is not limited to, windows, walls, floors, ceilings, dome lights, handrails, seats, upholstery, gum removal, graffiti removal, trash removal, air conditioning condensers, accessibility lifts, and wheels.

North Little Rock, AR.

Starting Pay $20.28 per hour

Rock Region METRO (METRO) is Arkansas’ largest public transit agency and serves the Little Rock metropolitan area. Come build your career with us and help to provide reliable service to your community. We offer competitive pay and great benefits.

Benefits

• Company Advancement Opportunities
• Dental, Vision, and Employer Paid Health Insurance
• Employer Paid Disability & Life insurance
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays & Paid Sick Leave
• In-house Training Opportunities
• Transit Passes for Employees & Eligible Dependents
• Shift Differential
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Overtime Eligibility
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union Membership
• Minority Lead Workforce
• Tool Allowance
• Uniforms Provided
• Fulfilling Work
• Community Service
• Safety/Attendance Awards
• Work-Life Balance
• Post High School Education Not Required

Service Technician Job Description

This position is responsible for daily servicing of all METRO vehicles and equipment. This involves checking, filling 'topping off' and recording all fluids, and daily cleaning. Performs all phases of interior and exterior METRO vehicle cleaning, which includes, but is not limited to, windows, walls, floors, ceilings, dome lights, handrails, seats, upholstery, gum removal, graffiti removal, trash removal, air conditioning condensers, accessibility lifts, and wheels. Also includes driving and parking of vehicles, cleaning individual piece parts and sub-assemblies using various chemicals in a safe and professional manner, while maintaining a clean, efficient and safe work area. Operates METRO vehicles while in strict compliance with METRO policies, directives, and procedures and all Federal and Arkansas traffic laws and regulations. This includes using proper defensive driving techniques. Relocates METRO vehicles and directs incoming traffic into the METRO division. Installs and removes interior METRO approved signs as directed.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of:
• Safe driving practices.
• Knowledge of and the ability to employ standard defensive driving techniques.
• Automotive preventative maintenance requirements
• Ability to:
• Learn METRO’s policies and procedures.
• Read, write, and make basic mathematic calculations.
• Work varied hours to cover scheduled operations.
• Exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions spoken or written in English.
• Efficiently manage time and workload, which includes prioritizing, organizing, and following-through on a variety of tasks, assignments, and projects to meet deadlines.
• Bend, stoop, reach, twist, and push/pull and lift up to 85 pounds in a proper safe manner.
• Take initiative and be a productive, contributing member of a team.
• Operate vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Work in confined spaces, awkward physical positions, and at various heights
• Ability to hear directions given; distinguish vehicular problems associated with trouble shooting repairs; visually perform essential functions for satisfactory job performance.
• Work evening/night shift starting at 4:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be to meet the following:

• Required Education:
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Required Prior Experience:
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age,
• Overall knowledge of automobile and be experienced in the use of tools to perform related work.
• Special Requirements, including Licenses and/or Certifications:
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement, issued by the Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Must have a good driving record as defined by METRO.
• Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background check, a DOT medical examination, and drug screen.