Worker I, Fleet (Bus Fueler)

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement plan with company contrib.

Wellness program

Onsite health clinic

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Worker I, Fleet (Bus Fueler) to fuel, wash, and top off engine fluids for a fleet of 50+ transit buses and 30 other vehicles. Work at Transfort Maintenance Facility with a team of technicians, fuelers, and drivers.

Hours are Mon–Sat, 5:00 PM–1:30 AM. CDL training is provided if needed; full benefits apply after probation. CDL license may be required for some duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years related experience driving and working around heavy duty vehicles preferred.
• Current CDL with P2 and air brake endorsement or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Fuels, washes, parks buses and other vehicles at Transfort Shop.
• Check engine fluids and move vehicles to parking area.
• Wash exteriors by hand or with drive-through system.
• Operate or move large vehicles; CDL may be required for road use.
• Perform minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Basic math

DOT medical exam

CDL eligibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL license

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

Worker I, Fleet (Bus Fueler) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #:

req8580

DEPARTMENT:

Operation Services

LOCATION:

TRANSFORT BUS FACILITIES

BENEFIT CATEGORY:

Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:

$40,598.00 - 60,897.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE:

$42,000.00 - $50,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS:

Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 10/30/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Post-Offer Requirements

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
• Motor vehicle report
• Drug test within 48 hours of offer for CDL holders or within 96 hours of offer for non-CDL holders
• CDL Drivers are required to register with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/
• Post Offer Employment Test (P.O.E.T)

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) –eligibleonthe 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + companycontributions – after 6 month probation period andimmediate vesting
• Flexiblespending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSAor both
• EmployeeAssistance Program: counseling, legal,financialassistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborativework environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

The City of Fort Collins Facilities and Fleet team is looking for a Worker I (Bus Fueler) who will support keeping our vehicles clean and in good condition so that they are safe, reliable, and can stay on the road. This position will work at the Transfort Maintenance Facility with a team of technicians, fuelers, and drivers in a well-equipped shop. Our fleet includes 50+ transit buses, both CNG and electric and about 30 standard fleet vehicles that run in all kinds of weather and conditions. The Worker I (Bus Fueler) will fuel vehicles, run them through a car wash, top off engine liquids, and other non-mechanical tasks. Work hours for this Worker I (Bus Fueler) are Monday – Saturday, 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM with one weekday and Sunday off. Uniforms, safety shoes, and safety equipment are provided. CDL training and licensing is provided if needed. Please see below for the required licenses and certifications. If you feel comfortable around large vehicles, enjoy being outside and on your feet, and are willing and able to earn a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) either now or once on the job, this might be a great opportunity for you. This position is full-time and receives full benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Fuels, washes, parks buses and other vehicles at the Transfort Shop.
• Empty money vaults, check engine fluids, and move to parking area.
• Wash vehicle exteriors by hand or by utilizing drive through vehicle wash system.
• Vehicles will on occasion have to travel on public roadways therefore a commercial driver’s license is required.
• Perform minor repairs as needed.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate, clean, and inspect City buses as well as other miscellaneous vehicles.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to successfully pass the Department of Transportation (DOT) mandated physical examination as required, and the controlled substance/alcohol tests on a random basis.
• Ability to obtain and main CDL license.
• Preferred ability operating or maneuvering large vehicles.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Preferred High School Diploma or GED and or functionally related licenses or certificates High school diploma or GED

Experience Requirements

• 1 - 2 years related experience driving and working around heavy duty vehicles is preferred. A safe work history and good driving record is required.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Current Commercial Driver's License with P2 and air brake endorsement, OR the ability to obtain such license within 90 days of employment.

Worker I, Fleet

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call [phone] for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

TheCity is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants andemployees.Employment decisions will comply with all applicable lawsprohibiting discrimination inemployment. The City does not toleratebehavior that results in the terms and conditions ofemployment beingadversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or anybehaviorthat violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee,the City is committedto providing a work environment that is free fromunlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination orharassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, nationalorigin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceivedsexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability,age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran statusor uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or anyother status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. Inaddition to the City’scommitment to equal opportunity employment, theCity strictly prohibits discrimination orretaliation against an employeewho raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations ofgovernmenthealth or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of Cityemployees orthe public, if the City controls the workplace conditionsgiving rise to the threat or violation.

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