WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit, a division of the Metropolitan Council, is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter train, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

Cleanerswithin the Bus Maintenance department clean and maintain transit vehicle interiors and exteriors to a high standard for our internal and external customers. Hours are typically third shift and may require working weekends as well.

Hourly Pay Scale:
$22.65 starting pay
$25.88 – 2nd year
$29.12 – 3rd year
$32.24 – Top pay

Recruitment Type: This posting will establish a six-month candidate pool for present and future openings.

What you would do in this job

Clean buses: sweeps and removes debris; washes windows, seats and dusts interior; hand washes interior, scrubs exterior, scrubs and sprayers wash exterior; removes graffiti/gum; rinses and mops floors and seat extract.
Record bus numbers on markup sheet.
Drive buses on Metro Transit property (training provided).
Perform miscellaneous building cleaning as assigned by supervisor.
Identify visible defects on buses while performing cleaning tasks.
Separate recyclable papers and dump in proper container.
Perform related work as apparent or assigned.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

High school diploma or GED.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

Previous experience cleaning the interior and exterior of large passenger vehicles or trains is desired.
Previous experience working with biohazard substance/material such as bodily-fluid, urine, blood, vomit, etc.
Experience working in a diverse workforce.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

Knowledge of cleaning and light maintenance supplies.
Knowledge of general cleaning procedures.
Ability to operate various cleaning and maintenance equipment e.g. power washer, vacuum cleaners, push/pull carts, etc.
Ability to read and understand instructions and warning labels.
Ability to record numbers legibly.
Must be able to read and write English.
Ability to communicate in English.
Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees.
Requires tact, courtesy and cooperation in dealings with others.

What you can expect from us:

We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Union/Grade: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)/ Grade 13
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes, subject to random DOT drug test

What your work environment would be: Work is performed in a maintenance garage setting. May require working in wet or hot, humid non-weather conditions. Must be able to climb up and down stairs of buses constantly throughout shift. Work near moving parts and equipment and in the presence of bus fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.

Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, bend or stoop for an entire 8-hour shift. Must be able to lift up to 50-pounds. Ability to work with harsh cleaning and soap compounds.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a work record evaluation (for ATU employees only).
We conduct a structured panel interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only) and a background check, which verifies education and employment, covers driving record (if applicable to the job) and any criminal record. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please call Human Resources at 612-349-7071.

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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