Utility Worker

Ride Calhoun; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ride Calhoun seeks a Utility Worker in Battle Creek, MI. The role performs semi-skilled maintenance on vehicles and facilities, maintains grounds around bus shelters, and supports related tasks as needed.

The position is safety-sensitive under DOT rules, with mandatory drug testing. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and aim to obtain a CDL with Air Brake/Passenger endorsements within 60 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL with Air Brake/Passenger endorsements within 60 days required.
• 1 year of experience in janitorial, maintenance, and/or utility work preferred.
• DOT medical card within 1 year must be obtainable.
• Must pass DOT pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities and vehicles for cleanliness, safety, and appearance.
• Keep interiors and exteriors of vehicles clean.
• Fuel and service vehicles (check oil, water, transmission fluid).
• Maintain grounds around bus shelters and facilities.
• Operate buses and light equipment as needed.
• Prepare records and reports as required.

Skills

Ability to lift 50-75 lbs

Manual maintenance work

Semi-skilled maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL with Air Brake/Passenger endorsements (within 60 days)

Tools

CDL

Job description

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Utility Worker

Full Time Battle Creek, MI, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1005

Job Summary:

Performs semi-skilled maintenance work on vehicles and facilities; maintains grounds and equipment around bus shelters and various TACC facilities; and performs related work as required. This position is a Department of Transportation Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory, random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Federal regulations and policies.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

• Inspects physical facilities and vehicles for such factors as cleanliness, safety, and appearance.


• Keeps interior/exterior floors, windows, and seats of vehicles clean.


• Fuels and services vehicles (checks oil, water, and transmission fluid levels).


• Probe and change fare boxes.


• Performs grounds maintenance such as lawn mowing, snow removal, and pulling weeds.


• Maintains progress sheets and daily work orders.


• Prepares records and reports as required.


• Places bus stop signs and performs maintenance in and around bus shelters.


• Operate buses of various sizes, a truck and/or light equipment.


• May purchase supplies and materials.


• Clean building facility's including but not limited to janitorial duties, painting, and minor building maintenance.


• Assists in various other maintenance tasks through oral or written instructions.

Physical Requirements:

Strength & Lifting

• Ability to lift/carry 50-75 lbs regularly (parts, tools, batteries, tires).


• Occasional lifting of heavier items (100+ lbs) with assistance or mechanical aid.


• Pushing/pulling force for moving equipment, jacks, and parts carts.

Mobility & Dexterity

• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.


• Climbing on/into vehicles (buses, vans) and using ladders or platforms.


• Standing/walking for most of the shift (often 8+ hours) on hard surfaces (concrete shop floors)

Strength/Stamina

• Physical stamina for sustained physical labor throughout a full shift


• Grip strength for hand tools, wrenches, and power equipment

Sensory

• Vision adequate for close, detailed work (reading gauges, inspecting parts)


• Hearing sufficient to diagnose issues (unusual engine/mechanical sounds) and for safety communication in a noisy shop environment

Working Conditions:

• Indoor shop/garage setting, though may include outdoor work


• Exposure to noise (pneumatic tools, engines, compressors)


• Exposure to grease, oil, solvents, exhaust fumes, and other automotive chemicals


• Exposure to extreme temperatures depending on season and whether working in bays with open doors or outdoors

Schedule

• Shift work, including evenings, nights, and holidays


• On-call or emergency road-call duty may be required for breakdowns during service hours


• Overtime is common, particularly for fleet readiness before service periods

Physical Hazards

• Risk of cuts, burns, pinches, and strains from tools and heavy components


• Exposure to hazardous materials (requires PPE: gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection)


• Working near moving vehicles and other mechanics/utility in a shared shop space

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.


• Ability to acquire a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake/Passenger endorsements within 60 days.


• One (1) year of experience in janitorial, maintenance, and/or utility work.


• Must be able to obtain 1 year DOT medical card


• Must be able to successfully pass DOT FTA Pre-Employment Drug Test