Bus Custodian; PT

Diversity Statement

The residents of Janesville choose this community, not just as a place to live, but as a place to realize life’s opportunities. We strive to sustain a community culture where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. As such, the City of Janesville recognizes the importance of developing an environment where diversity is not merely accepted but embraced and celebrated. As public servants, we believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect.

To this end, we will diligently recruit and retain the most talented employees in an environment that fosters maximizing one’s potential. Therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to consider employment with the City of Janesville and serve the residents of “Wisconsin’s Park Place”.

Under general direction by the Transit Maintenance Supervisor, the Bus Custodian is responsible for a full range of cleaning of passenger buses, support vehicles, transit grounds/facilities, and related miscellaneous tasks in support of transit maintenance and operations.

Reports to:

Transit Maintenance Supervisor

Has regular work contact with JT customers, JT staff, JT Management and the general public.

Supervises:
None

• Cleans and sanitizes transit vehicles to provide for safe operation and clean and presentable transit vehicles.
• Cleans and organizes transit buildings and grounds, including the Transit Services Center, Transfer Center, or passenger shelters.
• Completes seasonal work assignments, such as bus detailing, snow removal, and painting.
• Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices.
• Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours.
• All employees may be assigned by the City Manager or their designee to perform duties and assume responsibilities that are outside the scope of their work duties when the City Manager has declared a City disaster, or the City Emergency Operations Center has been initiated.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A valid, state-issued driver’s license with two years of driving experience.
• A minimum of six months of experience cleaning buildings, vehicles or grounds in a work or volunteer setting is desired.

A combination of equivalent experience and/or education as determined by the Human Resources Office may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements.

• Working knowledge of techniques for effective cleaning and organizing.

• Organizational and time management skills to prioritize duties and accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing, paired with a strong customer service background, and effective interpersonal skills.
• Collaboration skills to effectively work with others to achieve common goals through communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Accurate record-keeping and data-reporting skills.

• Ability to work independently to make routine decisions, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines without continual supervisory oversight.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
• Ability to comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report all unsafe activities or conditions to supervisor.
• Ability to maintain a valid, state-issued driver’s license.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with JT customers, JT staff, JT Management and the general public.
• Exhibit exceptional professionalism, tact, and decorum in all areas of work duties.
• Strong ethics base built upon integrity, honesty, initiative, and respect; maintain strict confidentiality.
• Interact positively with a diverse group of individuals, and work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and…