Helper

Hourly Pay Range: For candidates newly hired into the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) contract, starting wage is set by the ATU contract. Internal hires will follow Metropolitan Council’s union wage guidelines.

• Fuels buses, checks vehicle fluids, performs modified pre-trip inspections, checks safety equipment, and drives buses through wash rack.
• Pressure-washes parts for mechanics. Cleans parts with automatic parts washer or in chemical hot tanks.
• Operates equipment such as pallet jack, forklift, overhead hoist, power scrubbers, and power sweepers.
• Inspects and cleans graffiti on seats, windows, and general interior of buses.
• Performs minor preventive maintenance on cleaning equipment (tests/recharges equipment chemicals, change hoses/guns/tips on pressure washers).
• Perform minor repairs and cleaning of buses at remote locations or at in route layover locations.
• Replaces seat cushions, mirrors, and graffiti resistant protective window film on buses.
• Performs bus changes/service calls (on and off Metro Transit property).
• Directs traffic in garage area. Uses daily parking sheet to direct buses to parking areas.
• Cleans and empties trash in work areas and facilities.
• Cleans body fluids on buses using designated safety protocol.
• Cleans, sweeps, and moves buses.
• Drive forklifts, floor sweeping and scrubbing machinery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

A high school diploma or GED with experience in driving buses, diesel trucks, or other heavy-duty equipment.
License Requirements:

• A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the following endorsements: General Knowledge, Air Brake, and Passenger
• An acceptable driving record.

OR

• A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) with the following endorsements: General Knowledge, Air Brake, and Passenger (You will be trained, tested and you must pass the road test administered by the licensed Metro Transit training department.).
• An acceptable driving record.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience operating a 40-foot bus, a 60-foot articulated bus or a coach bus.
• Experience with vehicle cleaning machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Experience working with a diverse workforce.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

• Knowledge of vehicle cleaning machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and practices.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in basic English.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to record numbers legibly.
• Ability to comprehend map layout of garage.
• Ability to learn on-the-job skills.
• Flexibility to perform a wide variety of tasks upon request.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We review your Work Record Evaluation (for ATU employees only).
3. We rate your education and experience.
4. We conduct a structured panel interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you’re applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.