Transit Center Technician

Salary : $31,200.00 Annually

Location : Georgia 31701, GA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 24-10-013

Department: Transit

Division: Transit

Opening Date: 10/30/2024

Closing Date: 11/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

The Position

The purpose of this classification is to perform routine housekeeping tasks associated with the care and maintenance of the City of Albany assigned bust stop facilities at various locations throughout the City and vehicles to include buses and support vehicles.

Duties

Performs general cleaning/housekeeping tasks associated with interior cleaning and exterior washing of buses and vehicles, checking fluid levels, replenishing fluid levels, and fuel vehicles.


Performs minor maintenance on CNG fueling island.


Operates forklift to load and unload freight.


Maintains materials and supplies, purchase supplies, and materials with City-issued purchase card, maintain an accurate inventory of all supplies and materials.


Responds to emergency requests to clean up bodily fluid spills, or other non -bloodborne pathogen spills on the road or at the facility.


Performs routine maintenance and cleaning tasks; cleans bathrooms, replenishes restroom supplies, replace light bulbs, and paint inside and outside of facilities as needed.


Installs and replaces bus stop signs, benches, and trash receptacles as needed.


Trains, supervises, and assigns work of volunteers, part-time employees, inmate labor; ensures adherence to safety standards.

Performs random or routine grounds keeping tasks such as mowing, edging, weeding, mulching, raking, collecting trash, cleaning sidewalks and parking lots, clearing brush and stumps, applying insecticide/herbicide, and performing related tasks; hauls collected trash to the landfill.


Operates a variety of grounds keeping/maintenance equipment such as a blower, mowers, weed eaters, tillers, trenchers, seeders, shovels, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry tools, and related equipment.


Performs routine maintenance on grounds keeping equipment; performs minor repairs as needed.


Completes reports of landscape/grounds conditions and pest problems to submit to the supervisor.

Completes various inspection forms, correspondence, vehicle maintenance reports, requisition forms, and other documents.


Receives various forms, reports, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate.


Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; return calls as necessary.


Responds to routine requests for information or assistance from employees, the public, or other individuals.


Provides accurate, courteous information to public users; assists the elderly and citizens with special needs.


Supervises supervisors and subordinates.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Core Competencies & ADA Compliance Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.


Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.


Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills continuously; shares expertise with others.


Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.


Project Management - coordinates projects.


Cooperation - Exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations.


Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.


Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.


Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.


Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.


Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.


Cost Consciousness - Works within the approved budget.


Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.


Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.


Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.


Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for the position; keeps self well-groomed.


Achievement Focus - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.


Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.


Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.


Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.


Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.


Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.


Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.


Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.


Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.


Employer Paid: Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Defined Benefit Retirement Plan

Optional:Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, 457(b) Plan

Whole Life Insurance, Critical illness Insurance, Discounted YMCA Membership

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Do you possess six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience for this job?
Yes No

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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
Yes No

Required Question