Service Worker

About the Role :

The Service Worker reports to the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of Cherriots vehicles, facilities, and bus shelters.

Duties :

• Refuel and replenish bus fluids.
• Clean the bus by sweeping its interiors, emptying waste baskets, hand-washing the front, back, and bus wheels, and removing water spots from its windows.
• Drive the bus through the automatic bus wash and park the bus.
• On a scheduled basis, perform major bus cleaning by washing floors, windows, seats, walls, roof, and other soiled areas.
• Clean the interior and exterior of Cherriots automobiles and trucks.
• Perform routine facility, office, and grounds cleaning and maintenance functions, including preparing and cleaning the bus wash and fuel island, cleaning shop and office areas, cleaning and maintaining parking areas, and cleaning drains and filters.
• Assist the facilities maintenance crew by cleaning and removing graffiti from bus shelters and bus stop signs and cleaning up broken glass.
• Start buses in the early morning, check the working condition of interior and exterior lights, and check the air pressure build-up.
• Assist other maintenance personnel in exchanging buses when necessary.
• Record work performed, time worked, and parts used.
• Assist in moving materials and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures for work area and work assignments.
• Communicate orally and in writing with other employees and the general public.
• Interact with other employees and the general public using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
• Act as a positive representative of Cherriots.
• Work cooperatively with others, respect co-workers, and promote teamwork.
• Report to work on time on a regular and predictable basis.

What You Will Need to be Successful in This Role :

• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and materials for upholstery, vinyl, carpets, and windows.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and precautions associated with cleaning and routine maintenance work.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions followed in heavy equipment shops.
• Ability to rapidly gain knowledge through on-the-job training, such as knowledge of vehicle servicing equipment and tools, greasing, and lubricating equipment and procedures.
• Ability to safely operate any assigned transit vehicle (30’ 40’ buses, service trucks, or automobiles).
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and any assigned servicing equipment.

Requirements :

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience working in an auto fleet, truck shop, or dealership. OR Any satisfactory, equivalent combination of related experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.
• Oregon driver's license is required. Oregon commercial driver's license (CDL) is preferred. We encourage candidates who do not have a CDL to apply.

Upon hire, you must obtain a commercial learner permit with passenger endorsement, no air brake restrictions, and a valid medical examiner’s certification (med card) before your first day of work.

When you start work, we will help you obtain your CDL during our paid training.

• Clean driving record.
• Pass a drug test (including marijuana) and criminal background check.
• Able to work day, swing, or night shifts at our Salem locations. Schedules are based on seniority.
• Able to perform all essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

A person must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods; see, hear, and talk effectively; use hands for typing, handling objects, and controlling tools or equipment;

and use hands and arms to reach for items.

Heavy manual labor. It may require exerting up to 150 pounds of force occasionally. Routinely requires lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Occasionally requires moving or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are typical to a maintenance shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, oil, diesel fuel, solvents, etc.
• Some exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Subject to varying shift schedules, including callbacks in emergencies.
• Must travel occasionally to attend meetings and conferences.

Who We Are :

The Salem Area Mass Transit District, known as Cherriots, is a great public transit system. We work hard every day to give our customers the best experience possible.

We provide local, regional, and paratransit services in Marion and Polk counties. But we do more than just transportation.

We help people get to jobs, shopping, and schools. We help businesses find more workers. We ensure that people can enjoy recreational, social, faith-based, and other activities without needing a car.

Cherriots is an equal opportunity employer that aims to create a workforce that reflects our diverse community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.