Golden Empire Transit District
Salary :
$44,304.00 Annually Location :
Bakersfield Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
202500013 Department:
Maintenance Opening Date:
09/16/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
Under direction, the Servicer C will clean the interior and exterior of buses. Incumbents perform a variety of routine job duties involving the cleaning of transit vehicles; perform other vehicle service maintenance duties as required. Complete a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks requiring incumbent(s) to exercise good judgement in the field; perform duties within the limits of established policies, procedures and guidelines and maintain professionalism while working with others contacted in the course and scope of work.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
: This is a journey-level classification requiring the successful performance of the majority of assigned job tasks independently and consistent with established work standards and District protocols.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED : This classification reports to the Director of Maintenance, Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisors. This classification does not supervise.
CORE COMPETENCIES: Technical expertise in assigned area of work Familiarity with required safety standards Time management necessary to complete assignments timely Results orientation to complete assignments as instructed Dependability to report to work as scheduled and carry out assigned job tasks Examples of Duties
The functions and duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is related. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
Clean interior and exterior of buses Vacuum buses and cars Remove gum and debris from floor Clean seats with an upholstery machine Clean restrooms and mop floors Clean Maintenance building Pull cash boxes Assist in seat repair Night Position Typical Qualifications
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities is as follows:
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or the equivalent (GED) and the equivalent of two (2) years' experience servicing buses. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES:
High School Diploma or GED Possess a valid Class "C" California Driver's License and driving record acceptable to the District REQUISITE ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS:
Ability to safely use tools and equipment of the trade Ability to properly use specific cleaning chemicals, tools and supplies; Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to work cooperatively with other staff/personnel Knowledge of basic methods, materials, and tools used in bus cleaning Ability to perform basic non-mechanical bus repairs Capacity to operate all necessary cleaning tools and supplies; Read, write, and comprehend spoken and written directions; and Adhere to safety procedures that have been developed. Must be capable of driving a car and doing manual dexterity-based duties. Must be able to work variable hours including, but not limited to, nights, weekends, and holidays
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL TASKS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Exposure to extreme heat, 100°+, for up to 10 hours duration when performing repair work in summer weather. (District requires that employees wear appropriate light clothing and drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme temperature swings, 70°-110°, for up to 4 hours duration, when leaving air-conditioned office to work outside in summer heat. (District advises that employees drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme noise, up to 90 decibels, when using steam cleaning equipment, blowers and etc. (District requires that employees wear protective ear devices and obey all safety rules). (F) Work outdoors to perform cleaning duties on shelters, benches, bus terminals and etc. (F) Work indoors to clean offices. (O) Exposure to health hazards when cleaning public facilities and street furniture. (District requires that employees use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing job duties.(F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Exposure to explosions when fueling equipment. Risk involves the possibility of being burned. (District requires proper ventilation to dispenser fumes and strict adherence to all safety rules). (S) Exposure to fumes, unpleasant odors, and potentially health hazards when using cleaning chemicals. Risk of throat or lung irritation and/or loss of consciousness. (District requires proper ventilation, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to all required and recommended safety rules). (F) Exposure to dust when performing grounds maintenance. Risk of respiratory discomfort. (District requires the use of a facemask). Exposure to chemical hazards when working with cleaning products. (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Risk of eye or skin irritation. (District requires use of rubber gloves, safety glasses and conformance to hazardous waste/MSDS requirements). (F) Exposure to extreme cold, 30°, for up to 4 hours duration, to clean shelters and benches, empty trash cans, etc. (District advises employees to wear clothing suitable for weather conditions). (O) Sit to perform record keeping and drive vehicles, (F) Climb hand-over-hand to climb ladder to clean the tops of shelters. (F)
Climb a ladder hand over hand - grasp and climb (F) Sit to complete work orders - sit and twist. (F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Lift and move heavy or awkward items up to 50 pounds; safely operate a variety of tools and machines common to light construction and industrial maintenance; safely perform repetitive physical tasks such as manual shoveling, twisting and pushing/pulling, walking, standing bending, squatting, and kneeling; walking, bending, reaching above, and lifting (up to 50 pounds).
See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read printed documents. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; hearing sufficient to utilize telephone and/or two-way radio equipment.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for qualified candidates with disabilities, capable of performing the essential functions of the position, will be made on a case-by-case basis. Supplemental Information
A background check will be conducted for this classification.
All Golden Empire Transit District employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109). In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, GET employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.
As Disaster Service Workers, all Golden Empire Transit District employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable following a significant emergency or disaster. OPEN UNTIL FILLED Golden Empire Transit District offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
$44,304.00 Annually Location :
Bakersfield Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
202500013 Department:
Maintenance Opening Date:
09/16/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
Under direction, the Servicer C will clean the interior and exterior of buses. Incumbents perform a variety of routine job duties involving the cleaning of transit vehicles; perform other vehicle service maintenance duties as required. Complete a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks requiring incumbent(s) to exercise good judgement in the field; perform duties within the limits of established policies, procedures and guidelines and maintain professionalism while working with others contacted in the course and scope of work.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
: This is a journey-level classification requiring the successful performance of the majority of assigned job tasks independently and consistent with established work standards and District protocols.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED : This classification reports to the Director of Maintenance, Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisors. This classification does not supervise.
CORE COMPETENCIES: Technical expertise in assigned area of work Familiarity with required safety standards Time management necessary to complete assignments timely Results orientation to complete assignments as instructed Dependability to report to work as scheduled and carry out assigned job tasks Examples of Duties
The functions and duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is related. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
Clean interior and exterior of buses Vacuum buses and cars Remove gum and debris from floor Clean seats with an upholstery machine Clean restrooms and mop floors Clean Maintenance building Pull cash boxes Assist in seat repair Night Position Typical Qualifications
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities is as follows:
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or the equivalent (GED) and the equivalent of two (2) years' experience servicing buses. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES:
High School Diploma or GED Possess a valid Class "C" California Driver's License and driving record acceptable to the District REQUISITE ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS:
Ability to safely use tools and equipment of the trade Ability to properly use specific cleaning chemicals, tools and supplies; Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to work cooperatively with other staff/personnel Knowledge of basic methods, materials, and tools used in bus cleaning Ability to perform basic non-mechanical bus repairs Capacity to operate all necessary cleaning tools and supplies; Read, write, and comprehend spoken and written directions; and Adhere to safety procedures that have been developed. Must be capable of driving a car and doing manual dexterity-based duties. Must be able to work variable hours including, but not limited to, nights, weekends, and holidays
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL TASKS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Exposure to extreme heat, 100°+, for up to 10 hours duration when performing repair work in summer weather. (District requires that employees wear appropriate light clothing and drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme temperature swings, 70°-110°, for up to 4 hours duration, when leaving air-conditioned office to work outside in summer heat. (District advises that employees drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme noise, up to 90 decibels, when using steam cleaning equipment, blowers and etc. (District requires that employees wear protective ear devices and obey all safety rules). (F) Work outdoors to perform cleaning duties on shelters, benches, bus terminals and etc. (F) Work indoors to clean offices. (O) Exposure to health hazards when cleaning public facilities and street furniture. (District requires that employees use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing job duties.(F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Exposure to explosions when fueling equipment. Risk involves the possibility of being burned. (District requires proper ventilation to dispenser fumes and strict adherence to all safety rules). (S) Exposure to fumes, unpleasant odors, and potentially health hazards when using cleaning chemicals. Risk of throat or lung irritation and/or loss of consciousness. (District requires proper ventilation, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to all required and recommended safety rules). (F) Exposure to dust when performing grounds maintenance. Risk of respiratory discomfort. (District requires the use of a facemask). Exposure to chemical hazards when working with cleaning products. (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Risk of eye or skin irritation. (District requires use of rubber gloves, safety glasses and conformance to hazardous waste/MSDS requirements). (F) Exposure to extreme cold, 30°, for up to 4 hours duration, to clean shelters and benches, empty trash cans, etc. (District advises employees to wear clothing suitable for weather conditions). (O) Sit to perform record keeping and drive vehicles, (F) Climb hand-over-hand to climb ladder to clean the tops of shelters. (F)
Climb a ladder hand over hand - grasp and climb (F) Sit to complete work orders - sit and twist. (F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Lift and move heavy or awkward items up to 50 pounds; safely operate a variety of tools and machines common to light construction and industrial maintenance; safely perform repetitive physical tasks such as manual shoveling, twisting and pushing/pulling, walking, standing bending, squatting, and kneeling; walking, bending, reaching above, and lifting (up to 50 pounds).
See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read printed documents. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; hearing sufficient to utilize telephone and/or two-way radio equipment.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for qualified candidates with disabilities, capable of performing the essential functions of the position, will be made on a case-by-case basis. Supplemental Information
A background check will be conducted for this classification.
All Golden Empire Transit District employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109). In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, GET employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.
As Disaster Service Workers, all Golden Empire Transit District employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable following a significant emergency or disaster. OPEN UNTIL FILLED Golden Empire Transit District offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.