Job Description

Who We Are

The Salem Area Mass Transit District, known as Cherriots, is a great public transit system. We work hard every day to give our customers the best experience possible. We provide local, regional, and paratransit services in Marion and Polk counties. But we do more than just transportation. We help people get to jobs, shopping, and schools. We help businesses find more workers. We ensure that people can enjoy recreational, social, faith-based, and other activities without needing a car.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, the individual in this position cleans and performs minor maintenance and repair work on Cherriots facilities.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Perform general cleaning and custodial duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, disposing of wastepaper, cleaning restrooms, dusting, polishing, washing windows and woodwork, shampooing carpets, buffing and waxing floors.

• Perform minor maintenance and repair functions on facilities/equipment (e.g., inspect and maintain light fixtures, change light bulbs and tubes, and unclog lavatories).

• Ensure supplies, such as paper products, are maintained in adequate quantities and always available.

• Assist in installing, cleaning, and maintaining bus stop signs and bus shelters.

• Move materials and office furniture; prepare meeting rooms by setting up and taking down tables and chairs.

• Sweep sidewalks and shovel snow from sidewalks.

• Operate various types of equipment used in cleaning and maintaining Cherriots facilities such as a forklift, lot sweeper, pressure washer, and sandblaster.

• Record work performed, time worked, and materials used.

• Follow all safety procedures for work areas and work assignments.

• Communicate orally and in writing with other employees and the general public at the level necessary to perform the position's duties satisfactorily.

• Interact with other employees and the general public using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.

• Act as a positive representative of Cherriots.

• Work cooperatively with others, respect co-workers, and promote teamwork.

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. This role requires that employees be present and engaged during assigned work hours to effectively collaborate with team members and customers and fulfill operation needs. The ability to consistently adhere to a defined work schedule and be present onsite is crucial to the successful performance of this role's job duties and responsibilities because the essential duties of this role require using tools and equipment physically located onsite.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Will Need to Be Successful in This Role

• Knowledge of building maintenance and cleaning practices, equipment, and supplies.

• Knowledge of safety hazards and precautions associated with custodial and routine maintenance work.

• Clean and maintain facilities using small hand tools and other equipment such as a pressure washer and sandblaster.

• Perform job functions independently in a timely, safe, and accurate manner.

• Safely operate forklifts, lot sweepers, service trucks, and automobiles.

• Perform the physical functions of the position. This position requires the ability to perform manual labor and withstand working at custodial and maintenance tasks for extended periods.

• Perform job functions safely.

Special Requirements

• One year of experience in facilities maintenance or related field. OR any satisfactory, equivalent combination of related experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.

• High school diploma or GED.

• A valid Oregon driver’s license and maintain a driving record that demonstrates adherence to safety and traffic laws and regulations.

Physical Requirements

• A person must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods; see, hear, and talk effectively; use hands for typing, handling objects, and controlling tools or equipment; and use hands and arms to reach for items.
• Regularly carry, lift, push, and pull items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• The person needs to bend, twist, climb, crawl, and kneel frequently as part of their tasks.
• Frequent changes in body positions are necessary.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both inside and outside Cherriots buildings, so there will be some exposure to inclement weather.

• Exposure to dust, fumes, and cleaning agents typical of custodial/building maintenance work.

• Subject to varying shift schedules, including callbacks in emergencies.

• Must travel occasionally to attend meetings and conferences.

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