Bus Fueler/Hostler- 2Nd Shift (4Pm-Midnight)

Bus Fuelers & Cleaners
(Second Shift, 4 pm – Midnight)

• Bus Fueler/Hostler
• Full-time 2nd Shift position available
• 4 p.m. – midnight Tuesday - Saturday

$21.20/hour to start with the Excellent Benefits Package

• Join Our Talented Team of Maintenance Professionals

Springfield Area Transit Company, 665 Cottage Street, Springfield, MA 01104

Springfield Area Transit Company (SATCo) provides essential fixed-route bus service for the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority throughout the greater Springfield, Holyoke, and surrounding areas. We have an immediate opening in our Maintenance Department for a full-time Bus Fueler/Hostler located at our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. A CDL Class A or B ( no airbrake restriction) is strongly preferred but will sponsor CDL training with Passenger Endorsement for the right candidate.

Maintenance/Utility Pay Rate & Benefits: Pay will progress from $21.20 per hour to $24.20 within the first year. Hourly rates will continue to increase thereafter based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Upon completion of the 90-day probationary period, you will be eligible for our benefits package including Health, Dental, and Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Pension, and 401(k). We also provide a free Bus Pass, generous paid time off, Employee Assistance Program, and a membership to our onsite Fitness
The facility, and more.

Summary of Duties: The Bus Fueler/Hostler is responsible for retrieving buses from parked locations and position for cleaning, fueling, and other required services; parking buses after all services are completed; performing routine interior and exterior cleaning activities including cleaning, sweeping and detailing of bus interiors and washing exteriors according to established procedures; checking and refilling oil, fluids, and fuel, and recording fuel usage; signing out and securing fare box key; pulling and securing fare boxes according to established procedures; reading and recording hub meters; performing other responsibilities of a Utility position as needed.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or G.E.D. is required. Must have at least two years of directly transferable skills and directly related experience. Ability to perform all cleaning/fueling activities within established time limits and ability to perform all work safely in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to drive a bus safely and follow all related policies and procedures. Comparable experience in a related area of skill/expertise will be considered. Prior experience using automated vehicle washing equipment and performing detailed cleaning of vehicles is preferred.

• Essential Duties: Under the general oversight of the Director of Maintenance, this position performs tasks related to retrieving, cleaning, and fueling buses and requires a Commercial Drivers License (Class A or B) with no airbrake restriction is required. Company-sponsored CDL training may be available.
• The Bus Fueler/Hostler is responsible for the following duties:
• Retrieving buses from parked locations and position for cleaning, fueling, and other required services; parking buses after all services are completed;
• Performing routine interior and exterior cleaning activities including cleaning, sweeping, and detailing bus interiors and washing exteriors according to established procedures;
• Checking and refilling oil, fluids, and fuel, and recording fuel usage;
• Signing out and securing fare box key;
• Pulling and securing fare boxes according to established procedures;
• Reading and recording hub meters;
• Performing other responsibilities of a Utility position as needed.
• Safety-Sensitive Status: Safety-sensitive. Subject to Drug & Alcohol Testing requirements, including pre-employment drug screen and random drug screening during employment.
• License Requirement: Must maintain a valid CDL driver’s license in good standing while in this position. Must not have airbrake restriction. Must have a current motor vehicle record in good standing.
• Must be able to maintain current DOT medical card.
• Medical Requirements: Must meet the DOT requirements for Commercial Driver licensing. A complete DOT physical and drug screen is a requirement of the pre-employment process.
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment is a typical indoor wash rack facility and is mostly indoors. The noise level is usually low to moderate. Occasional exposure to weather conditions year-round, including exposure to snow/ice during winter months.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.20 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Trucking home time:

• Home daily

Work Location: In person