Utility Servicer

DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) • New York, NY

6d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, serves as flagger and escort of work crews on the Track & Right of Way (ROW), performs cleaning, servicing, fueling and operating of non-revenue vehicles for facilities and track sections. Duties will include assisting in the daily maintenance of other equipment and components assigned to Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Ways, Structures & Amenities Division.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to this position.
• Must be able to orally communicate in an effective manner with the public, co-workers, supervisors and managers to ensure efficient operations; to promote safety; and to respond to emergencies. Must also be able to read and comprehend a variety of work related/required technical manuals, safety rules and regulations.
• Must have a valid Driver's License Class-C, and be able to obtain a Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class-A Restricted within 90 days of employment; no Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI/DUI on driving record, and not more than three (3) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
• Applicants/employees must pass and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical (medical) examination including pre-employment drug test and must submit to Federal Transportation Administration-required random drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to make decisions in the absence of guidance from others, and to plan and carry out work assignments in situations where the procedures have been established.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to interact effectively with a diverse customer population while under pressure.
• Personal computer (PC), software applications to include MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).
• Ability to work variable shifts, irregular hours, nights, holidays, weekends, and short notice availability. May be required to travel to multiple work locations.
• Physical ability to be mobile 100% of work time, exert physical effort while standing, walking, or lifting materials/tools/objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Position requires working in crowded and tight spaces such as manholes, tunnel and aerial structures.

Nice To Haves

• An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Escort and serve as flagger on track right-of-way (ROW) consistent with established procedures.
• Dig and cement sign posts, affix signs to posts as required, dig and excavate either earthen and/or concrete areas for repair.
• Assist the Ways, Structures & Amenities sections Technicians, Mechanics, and Maintainers with maintenance, service, fueling, operating and repair of vehicles, facilities, and/or systems tools and equipment.
• Pick up and deliver materials as directed.
• Promote and adhere to established safety, training, and quality assurance programs.
• Complete required training to maintain and enhance required job knowledge, skills, and safety awareness.
• Maintain proper communication with Rail Operation Control while on duty.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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