TCTD Full-Time Utility Attendant

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TILLAMOOK COUNTY TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT

 JOB TITLE:                        UTILITY ATTENDANT

SUPERVISED BY:            OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT

STATUS:                              FULL TIME, NON-EXEMPT, SAFETY SENSITIVE

PAY:                                      $16.54 / HOUR

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Operations Superintendent, the Utility Attendant is responsible for washing the interior and exterior of District buses, vans, and support vehicles; safely driving and maneuvering District vehicles within the bus maintenance and parking areas; general landscaping; and occasional janitorial and maintenance duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. Wash the exterior of TCTD vehicles using bus wash facilities, equipment and tools.
  2. Clean the interior of TCTD vehicles using cleaning tools and products.
  3. Safely maneuver TCTD vehicles within the bus maintenance and parking areas.
  4. Clean bus storage barns and bus maintenance facility.
  5. Accurately inspect and record tire tread depth, inspect video surveillance equipment to ensure they are operational and report defects to the Operations Superintendent or Operations Coordinator.
  6. Assist with maintaining landscaping around District facilities (i.e., Administrative / Operations Campuses, Transit Center).
  7. Other related tasks assigned such as removing dust and cobwebs from TCTD facility buildings, washing interior and exterior windows of the facility, and removing litter from parking lots.
  8. Report all mechanical problems in writing to the Operations Superintendent or Operations Coordinator as soon as possible.
  9. Follow all safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to the first available supervisor.
  10. Report all incidents that result in injury or property damage, no matter how minor, to the Operations Superintendent or General Manager immediately.
  11. Fuel District buses and vans as needed.
  12. Comply with all TCTD policies and procedures.
  13. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

  1. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with other employees and the general public to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
  2. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  3. Ability to safely operate any transit bus or other District vehicle.
  4. Ability to work varies work The District operates service seven (7) days per week from early morning to late evening hours.
  5. Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
  6. Ability to lift up to 50 frequently, between 50-90 lbs. occasionally, and 90 lbs. infrequently.
  7. Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces for at least 8 hours per day.
  8. Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged periods of time.
  9. Ability to climb over and into vehicles or heavy equipment several times per day.
  10. Ability to frequently work at heights above 8 feet and occasionally work at heights above 20 feet.
  11. Ability to work in an environment involving exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, gas and gas fumes, and vehicle exhaust fumes.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Oregon Class B Commercial Driver’s License with necessary endorsements as prescribed by law.
  2. Must meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations’ physical qualifications for commercial drivers and ability to perform the physical functions of a driving position.
  3. Driving record that demonstrates adherence to safety in the operation of motor vehicles and adherence to traffic laws and regulations.
  4. Safety-sensitive function; Must submit to random DOT drug and alcohol testing in addition to pre-employment screening, Applicant must admit any positive drug or alcohol tests performed within the last two years. Subject to TCTD Drug and Alcohol Policy.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  1. Successful experience working with the general public.
  2. Two (2) years clean driving record at time of hire.

An application can be downloaded and submitted via fax (503-815-8005), email ([email protected]), mail or dropped off at the office (3600 Third Street, Suite A, Tillamook, OR 97141).  If this information needs to be provided in an alternative format, please contact 503-815-8283 for assistance.  https://nwconnector.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Application-and-Authorization-to-Release-7.1.2025Version.pdf