Maintenance Assistant

About the role

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled tasks on the transit bus fleet at the University of Georgia. Duties include fueling Diesel buses, dispensing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), plugging in and monitoring electric buses, cleaning buses, and performing basic cleaning maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Make special preparations for detailing Special Event Buses and address special cleaning needs.
• Drive bus through Automatic Bus Wash to clean exterior.
• Fueling Move buses in and around the bus depot as needed for fueling and charging purposes (only operate bus on the bus depot-Yard Dog).
• Perform diesel fueling operations using a fast-connect fuel dispenser.
• Dispense Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).
• Plug in and monitor electric bus charging.
• General Keep track of buses coming off route and ensures they are cleaned and fueled before going back into service.
• Report interior and exterior damage to maintenance staff.
• Inspect for and cleans graffiti from interior and exterior.
• Conform to safety standards, as prescribed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work in adverse climates.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work with solvents, detergents, and adhesives.
• Ability to perform cleaning of large vehicles.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work cooperatively with employees.
• Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods.
• Possess physical and mental stamina commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Ability to work in adverse climates. Possess a valid driver’s license. Ability to work with solvents, detergents, and adhesives. Ability to perform cleaning of large vehicles. Ability to work independently. Ability to work cooperatively with employees. Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods. Possess physical and mental stamina commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Skills

• Physical Demands: Walking, occasional balancing, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Climb steps and curbing constantly.

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)?

Yes

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

• Recruitment Contact Name: C Bryan Fuller
• Recruitment Contact Email: cbfuller@uga.edu