Light Rail Servicer

Basic Function

Under direct supervision of the LRV Maintenance Supervisor or the LRV Cleaning Supervisor, the LRV Servicer will clean and service METRO.  Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.
 

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Cleans Light Rail Vehicles to include flooring, windows, passenger seats, operator cabs, interior panels, lighting fixtures, return air grills and vehicle ducting.
• Checks and maintains appropriate levels of washer fluid and sand.
• Performs detailed cleaning on Light Rail Vehicle and components as required.
• Replaces soiled or work Light Rail Vehicle passenger seats.
• Steam cleans Light Rail Vehicle passenger seats.
• Cleans and scrubs Rail Facility to include floors, pits and wash racks as assigned.
• Responsible for safe handling of yard scrubbing equipment, shop scrubbers, forklifts and other specialized equipment.
• Disposes of trash, debris and other material as assigned.
• Operates METRO Rail non-revenue vehicles as required.
• Works in a team environment to complete necessary cleaning in a timely manner.
• Maintains a safe clean work environment.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent or must obtain an accredited G.E.D or high school equivalency within two years of hire date.

Years & Experience Required

Minimum two (2) years of stable work experience.  Experience in building maintenance services is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills Required

A valid Texas Driver’s License is required for the job and must meet METRO’s requirements regarding motor Vehicle records.  Must obtain and maintain yard safety certification.  Good (verbal/written) communications skills are essential.  Able to complete/fill-out written reports, records and forms.

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.