NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Garageperson - Part Time
Janesville, WI
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.89/hr - $22.89/hr
3+ years expThe City of Janesville is committed to fostering a diverse community and is seeking a Garageperson to perform basic garage duties on heavy-duty diesel-powered buses and support vehicles. This role involves daily maintenance tasks, assisting full-time personnel, and ensuring the Transit Services Center operates smoothly during assigned shifts.
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Responsibilities
Performs daily fueling, washing, cleaning, and parking of transit buses
Performs miscellaneous building/grounds/facility cleaning and maintenance at garage, Transfer Center, passenger shelters, etc
Assists with miscellaneous seasonal work assignments (e.g.: snow removal, cleanup/painting of buildings and grounds, “Top to Bottom” bus cleaning)
Assists full-time maintenance personnel as needed with miscellaneous shop duties
Serves as a limited fill-in and bus driver during emergency situations, (i.e. to switch-out a defective, damaged, or broken-down bus) and assists drivers running late on routes, filling-in for a bus driver who is involved in a break-down or accident, etc
Takes the lead in operating the fuel line, completing necessary fuel line paperwork when full-time employees are unavailable to work
Opens Transit Services Center and prepares buses for service every Saturday
Closes and secures the facility and all vehicles on weekdays and Saturdays when full-time employees are unavailable to work
Performs other special projects and other duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours, including providing support as a part of any City response to essential or emergency operations
Qualification
Required
A High School diploma or equivalent is required
Minimum three years' driving experience is required
Must have a valid state-issued driver's license
If not already fully licensed for commercial driving with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions, must possess a valid Commercial Driver Learning Permit, issued from the State Motor Vehicle Department, and present to Human Resources upon date of hire with the City of Janesville. Applicant will not be allowed to begin employment without proof of a valid Commercial Driver Learning Permit
Possession or ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions within 60 calendar days of date of hire
Excellent driving record, as reported by State Motor Vehicle Department
Must be 21 years of age or older
Requires familiarity with bus routes
Working with the public in a fair and consistent manner; maintaining objectivity and excluding personal bias while performing job duties
Pass pre-employment DOT physical examination including drug screen. On-going random drug and alcohol testing
Work independently to make routine decisions, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines without continual supervisory oversight
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with Maintenance Supervisor, Division Head, City employees, and the general public
Prepare and maintain accurate record of completed tasks
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form
Maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor when dealing with the public and co-workers; address customer concerns in a helpful, courteous manner
Work with others in a positive, supportive fashion to solve problems, generate ideas, and accomplish department and City goals
Willingness to perform the full variety of tasks involved in fulfilling the essential duties of this position
Successfully interact with a diverse group of individuals
Successfully organize, prioritize, and schedule work activities and tasks in a diversified and fast-paced environment
Perform work in a safe manner, follow safe work procedures and take necessary safety precautions
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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