Cleaner Bus Maintenance

Basic Function

Under direct supervision of a Mechanical Foreman, the Cleaner will clean and service to completion METRO buses, automobiles, equipment, and component parts in a timely manner. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Drive buses and other METRO operated vehicles through fueling stations and washers. Move and park vehicles.
• Check the levels of and add to fuel, oil, DEF and other fluids and record amounts added and the mileage of assigned METRO vehicles.
• Check tires for air and tread condition, note and report loose lug nuts and make tire changes when necessary.
• Note the repair / malfunctions and defects.
• Responsible for the steam, wash, polish, hand clean and disinfecting of all METRO operated vehicles, parts, components, equipment, furnishings, and building.
• Clean and scrub service stations, floors, pits, wash racks and other as assigned. Sweep, dust, fumigate, wash, and otherwise clean the complete shop including others such as air vents.
• Responsible for safely handling yard scrubbing equipment, shop scrubbers, forklifts, and other specialized and support equipment.
• Collect and dispose of trash, debris and other materials and objects as necessary.
• Complete all required reports, lists and records in a timely and accurate fashion
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Pay Rate : $17.01

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent or must obtain an accredited G.E.D or high school equivalency within two years of hire date.

Years & Experience Required

Minimum of two (2) years stable work experience preferred. Experience in building maintenance services and / or basic preventive maintenance; cleaning and servicing autos preferred. Ability to read memos, announcements, safety messaging as well as complete / fill-out written reports, records, and forms.

Knowledge & Skills Required

A valid Texas Driver’s License is required and must meet METRO’s requirements regarding motor vehicle records, testing / assessments, and other contingencies as appropriate. Employee must successfully complete the METRO Bus Servicer Orientation and Driver Training Program within the first twenty-one (21) calendar days of employment as a condition of continued employment with METRO.