Bus Utility Worker - 312 -Transit

Job Details

About the role

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Responsibilities

• Complete cleaning of the interior of all vehicles.
• Complete cleaning of exterior and windows on all vehicles.
• Checks and maintains fluid levels and tire pressures on cutaway vans and/or support vehicles.
• Cleaning of transit facility and related properties.
• Assists the mechanics and other garage personnel in cleaning of transit equipment and components.
• Handling of farebox vaults.
• Maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, signage, bus stops and shelters.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of using cleaning materials for cleaning vehicle interiors and all exterior windows.
• Working knowledge of using cleaning materials for cleaning the transit facilities and properties.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift/carry bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds (any heavier then need to be able to lift with the assistance of another person) for distances of up to 100 feet.
• Ability to push, pull and control equipment weighing up to 350 pounds, up and down narrow ramps while operating hand and/or foot controls.
• Ability to climb a six foot ladder while carrying in one hand, cleaning equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate minor exposure to chemical fumes and contact used in custodial work.
• Ability to lift, bend, squat, kneeling, stoop, twist, and stretch up to seven and one-half hours as required in cleaning and dusting windows, desk, counter tops, tables and legs, chairs and legs, door frames, urinals, stools, mirrors, stairs, overhead vents, light fixtures, walls, and remove and replace parts.
• Ability to push/pull with up to 50 pounds of force to maneuver/handle equipment around work area.
• Ability to safely climb up/down ladders while handling materials/supplies that may be awkward in handling.
• Ability to safely walk and carry materials/supplies that may be awkward in handling.
• Ability to handle/operate necessary equipment to complete work.
• Ability to work in inclement and extreme weather conditions including (but not limited to) rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity.
• Ability to demonstrate safe body mechanics while performing/completing work.
• Ability to perform all above mentioned tasks on an infrequent basis, or higher.
• Ability to empty trash bags / containers weighing up to 40 pounds and lifting them up to 48 inches.
• Ability to lift a 40 pound bucket of water up to 34 inches high and / or move it up to six feet.
• Ability to service buses: fueling, checking and adding fluids, changing fare box vaults, general interior cleaning and parking buses for the next morning pullout.
• Ability to climb and make repairs as high as 25' off the ground.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to perform bus change outs.
• Ability to maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.

Experience and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years of unrestricted licensed driving experience required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
• Preferred Experience: 6 months experience as a janitor or porter.

Benefits

• Vacation - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
• Holidays - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
• Sick leave - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
• Health insurance – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plans are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
• Dental insurance - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
• Lifetime insurance – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
• Supplemental life – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
• Long-term disability insurance– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
• VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
• Retirement - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
• Flexible spending accounts – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
• LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

Contact Information

Employer: City of Wichita
Address: 455 N. Main
Wichita, Kansas, 67202
Phone: 316-268-4531