Bus Washer - NRTA

Keolis America • Nantucket, MA

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About The Position

The Bus Washer is responsible for ensuring vehicle cleanliness by meticulously cleaning bus exteriors and interiors. The role includes washing vehicles with power washers and brushes, sweeping and removing trash, maneuvering and parking vehicles, and properly using employer-provided wash equipment while maintaining a safe work area. The employee must be able to work with minimal supervision and follow instructions and safety procedures.

The position requires work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Physical demands may include extended periods of walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, twisting, squatting, handling materials, repetitive hand-wrist motions, and traversing uneven surfaces. The work may involve exposure to extreme heat and cold, loud noises, fumes, airborne particles, and cleaning chemicals. A reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment in this safety-sensitive position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination, and completion of a background check. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

• Must be over 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid state driver’s license, at least one year of driving experience, and a good driving record.
• Must be eligible for and able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Passenger endorsement within 90 days of hire.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow written and spoken instructions.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow Material Safety Data Sheets and other provided safety training materials.
• Ability to learn shop processes, including fueling and cleaning vehicles.
• Ability to mix and use a variety of cleaning products.
• Ability to use buffers, scrubbing machines, and other heavy cleaning equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to use handheld wash tools and pressure washers.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination.
• Must complete a background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of janitorial or auto detailing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean the exteriors and interiors of buses.
• Wash vehicle exteriors using a power washer and brushes.
• Sweep vehicles and remove trash.
• Drive, maneuver, and park vehicles.
• Properly use employer-provided wash equipment and maintain a safe work area.
• Ensure all vehicles have been properly cleaned.
• Follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career.
• The safest work environment possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED