Bus & Facility Maintenance Assistant

6 days ago

Fulton, NY, United States Oco Inc Full time
Full-time - 37.5 hours per week

Monday through Friday – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Grade 12

Oswego County Opportunities is a private, nonprofit human service agency serving 15,000 people each year through more than 50 programs. OCO inspires partnerships and provides services that empower people, support communities, and change lives.
OCO’s employee benefits include:

  • 403B Deferred Annuity Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Paid leave (sick leave, PTO, holidays, etc.)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance available to Full-Time staff
JOB SUMMARY:

Performs routine preventive maintenance and repairs to Transportation Services facility, grounds and vehicles. Approximately 80% of the position focuses on assisting with vehicle maintenance, and general preventative maintenance as assigned on the vehicle fleet. The remainder of the position will be Facility and grounds related. Carries out all assigned duties according to program and agency policies and procedures and related transportation regulations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Bus Maintenance:
  • Performs routine repairs/vehicle maintenance as assigned.
  • Assists with performing 3000 mile inspections/DOT preps; assists with performing repairs to OCO’s bus fleet as assigned.
  • Reports major concerns to supervisor and assists in identifying preventive measures or urgent repairs.
  • Responds to road service calls with Mechanic as assigned.
  • Assists with general maintenance of vehicles of other OCO programs for routine maintenance.
  • Performs minor repairs as assigned on short notice to concerns noted by drivers as needed.
  • Assists with minor body and paint touch up repairs.
  • Ensures all assigned tasks are completed accurately by re-checking own work.
  • Completes assignments according to scheduled and unexpected maintenance needs.
  • Maintains accurate record of assigned services/repairs; maintains accurate record of parts used in maintenance actions.
  • Informs supervisor when projects and repairs are beyond skills and/or work schedule.
  • Checks vehicle fluid levels;
  • Maintains vehicle cleanliness, both internally and externally including, but not limited to:
  • Clean interior walls, floors, seats, driver compartment and windows on a regular and ongoing basis;
  • Pressure wash and buff/wax exterior on a scheduled basis;
  • Wash windows exterior and interior according to schedule on a scheduled basis;
Facilities and Grounds Maintenance:
  • Works independently to carry out assigned tasks.
  • Works cooperatively in a team of maintenance support staff.
  • Handles daily facilities and grounds maintenance according to daily assignment; assists with weekly and monthly projects and inspections.
  • Assist with building and grounds maintenance based on a routine maintenance plan.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Snow removal;
  • Lawn maintenance;
  • Performing routine, basic level maintenance, preventive maintenance and repairs such as carpentry, plumbing, heating;
  • Painting;
  • Other tasks as required and assigned.
  • Assists in larger projects as assigned.
  • Works collaboratively with supervisor to discuss other projects, expectations, emergency needs and priorities.
  • Provides documentation and back-up information to supervisor for maintenance and repair records.
  • Purchases necessary supplies with prior approval from supervisor.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have mechanical understanding when working in a garage environment with gas/diesel engines, limited transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, chassis, body, etc. for a fleet of approximately 45 vehicles.
  • Must have working general knowledge of facility, grounds and vehicle maintenance and be able to perform maintenance tasks well.
  • Must have the ability to work independently and prioritize assignments.
  • Must be able to maintain accurate records and have good communication skills.
  • Must be able to work well with others and be a good representative of the Agency in the community.
  • Must be flexible regarding work hours required to meet the needs of the program.
  • Must be in good physical condition to perform physical work and be able to regularly lift heavy objects weighing 60 lbs. or more.
  • Must have valid New York State Commercial Driver's License with Class B-P/S and Air Brake Endorsement; Must satisfy the requirements of the Driving Safety Policy
  • Must acquire basic knowledge of DOT regulations, NYSDOT Sections 720 and 721 during introductory period.
  • Must possess and maintain a basic set of mechanics tools.
  • Must attend annual BBP, Diversity, Emergency Preparedness and other required training.
  • Must successfully meet Drug, Alcohol and Fingerprinting requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or GED; and
  • One to three years experience working with general facility/grounds maintenance; and/or vehicle fleets; or
  • Any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience and training; and
  • Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain current valid Commercial Driver's License with Class B-P and Air Brake Endorsement.


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Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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