Casual Transit Utility Worker

The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.
Our Transit Department is looking for a dedicated Casual Utility Worker to join the team.
The Opportunity   The purpose of the Transit Utility Worker is to ensure that the fleet is fully prepared for service and appropriately stored overnight. To assist the maintenance department with the upkeep of the fleet, bus garage and operations facilities.
Responsibilities   All vehicles completely fueled and fluids topped, ready for service
Vehicle interior and exterior cleaned and detailed
Maintain records of bus fueling
Vehicle emergency equipment (fire extinguisher, body-fluid kit, first aid kit) fully stocked and functional
Vehicles parked according to facility parking plan
Any fleet damage documented and communicated to the manager
Maintain the fuel station in a clean condition and immediately contain and report any spills
Work area maintained according to all OSHA and EPA regulations
Garage area cleaned, mopped and trash disposed
Swap full fareboxes for empty fareboxes twice per month
Assist maintenance staff and manager as needed
Assign buses for the next day following a pre-developed format
The essential duties and responsibilities contained herein describe the scope of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements
You Bring   Ability to learn new skills and abilities relative to the maintenance of bus equipment
Ability to read and understand documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
Ability to understand and follow safety rules, work rules and company procedures
Ability to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision
Ability to work flexible shifts, schedules (including night shifts), and overtime
Ability to work independently, and with other employees, without requiring assistance from, or disturbing the work of others, while in a team environment
Ability to complete tasks within a specified period
Must be able to effectively change tasks at a moment's notice when the situation requires
Ability to read, understand and interpret equipment repair manuals relative to maintenance, repair and troubleshooting
Ability to accept constructive criticism
Visual acuity and hearing required
Ability to hear, interpret and orally transmit clear accurate directions using a two‑way radio required
Ability to occasionally drive a company vehicle during an emergency road call
Qualifications, Education & Experience Required   High School Diploma or GED
Possess valid class 3 driver’s license and clean driving record for previous three years
Possess valid air brakes (Q) Endorsement
Ability to learn to safely operate transit buses
Safety footwear is required
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, loud noise, moving buses and vehicles, and to cleaning chemicals and vapours
Regular exposure to shop elements such as dust, noise, oils, greases, solvents, etc.
Exposure to potential accidents that may result in serious injury or fatality
Physical Demands / Requirements   Standing, walking, sitting, lifting (weight 50 lbs.), heaviest weight lifted (50 lbs.), carrying (weight 50 lbs.), heaviest weight carried (50 lbs.), pushing/pulling, weight pushed/pulled (50 lbs.), climbing, balancing, bending/stoop, crawling, reaching, reach above shoulder, work above shoulder, walk on uneven ground, fine manipulation, gross manipulation, simple grasping, power grip, hand twisting, twisting of body, kneeling and crouching.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute…