PRN Rest Area Attendant
About The Position
The Rest Area Attendant performs contract requirements within state time frames and ensures rest areas meet or exceed TDOT standards. The attendant maintains restrooms, public areas, storage areas, grounds, parking lots, sidewalks, and walkways in clean and sanitary condition; replenishes supplies; completes required quality-control checklists and paperwork; and reports repairs, incidents, and unsafe practices. Attendants follow Easter Seals policies and procedures, the Employee Handbook, TDOT quality standards, and applicable HIPAA, Title VI, confidentiality, safety, health, and sanitation requirements. Third-shift attendants remain visible after dark and limit duties to the general building area; when not cleaning, they are stationed where TDOT designates. All attendants take measures to help curb vandalism, theft, and accidents. Other duties may be assigned by the Rest Area Supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Physical and mental alertness to perform the contract requirements and duties.
Nice To Haves
- Previous maintenance experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Complete necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
- Follow Easter Seals policies and procedures, the Employee Handbook, TDOT quality standards, contract requirements, and HIPAA, Title VI, and confidentiality requirements.
- Attend required in-service training, meetings, and out-of-town activities.
- Treat staff and visitors courteously and respectfully and promote a positive work environment.
- Clean and maintain restrooms, replenishing supplies as necessary during each shift.
- Keep the foyer and reception area clean, attractive, and sanitary; clean walls and ceilings weekly.
- Keep the storage area clean, neat, and secure.
- Report necessary repairs to the Rest Area Supervisor.
- Sweep or hose down parking areas, sidewalks, and walkways at least once each shift; keep walkways free of snow and ice as required.
- Maintain the grounds by raking leaves, mowing grass, weeding and caring for shrubbery and flower beds, watering plants and shrubs, and maintaining mulched areas.
- Collect trash from receptacles and take it to the garbage bin as needed.
- Complete the required Quality Control Check List and perform duties within the checklist time frames each shift.
- Clean windows and light fixtures at least weekly or as needed.
- Clean floors, doors, and water fountains at least once each shift, and clean door mats daily.
- Remove trash and debris from the grounds and parking lot, including paved shoulders and interstate exit and entrance ramps, at least daily.
- Clean picnic tables and pavilions each morning and as needed.
- Edge curbs and walkways at least weekly during the growing season.
- Stock brochure racks as needed at the beginning of each shift.
- Immediately report vandalism, theft, accidents, and other incidents to the Supervisor, agency on-call person, and appropriate law enforcement authorities.
- Follow safety, health, and sanitation procedures; use specified safety equipment; and immediately report unsafe practices to the Supervisor and Director of Protection from Harm.
- During third shift, remain as visible as possible after dark and limit duties to the general building area; when not cleaning, stay at the location designated by TDOT.
- Take measures on all shifts to curb vandalism, theft, and accidents.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Rest Area Supervisor.
Benefits
- PTO eligibility at 40 hours.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
- Health insurance with 70% paid by the employer.
- Paid holidays.
- Other benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
