Overview:
TransitAmerica Services, Inc., is currently seeking qualified candidates for Cleaner positions in the Northern California region to join our team.
The pay range for this position is $24.12- $28.14 per hour, dependent on qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
- Performs daily cleaning tasks on the interior of passenger rail vehicles including, but not limited to cleaning all surfaces in cars; cleaning offices, restrooms, lunchroom, and locker rooms weekly; removes trash, vacuums, mops floors, cleans toilets, urinals, sinks and shower stalls; washes cleaning towels. Main duties are primarily standard and repetitious in nature.
- Restocks supplies such as toilet paper, hand soap, paper towels and cleaning carts.
- May wash exterior of passenger rail vehicles when scheduled.
- May distribute seat pamphlets periodically.
- May restock passenger report cards and safety sensitive literature on cars.
- Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
- The essential duties and responsibilities contained herein describe the scope of this position but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
- Interfaces with Agency representatives and passengers
- Interfaces with other railroad personnel
- Interfaces with other operations and mechanical employees
- Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
- Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.
- Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
- Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Cleaning experience preferred.
- Ability to follow instructions furnished in written and oral form, and to understand instructions in English.
- Ability to understand and follow safety rules, work rules and procedures.
- Ability to work well with other employees.
- Ability to complete tasks within a specified time period.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to report to work on time.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, schedules, and overtime.
- Ability to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to interact well with coworkers.
- Ability to understand, follow and implement posted work rules and company procedures.
- Ability to accept constructive criticism.
- Ability to function independently without requiring assistance or disturbing the work of others.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
- Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
- Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
- Regularly lift weight up to 20 pounds to waist height.
- Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 24 inches.
- Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
- Able to tolerate repetitive movements: bending and overhead reaching.
- Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 12 inches from the floor.
- Occasionally ascend/descend a ladder.
- Regularly ascend/descend stairs.
- Frequently bend, crouch, stand and sit for extended time.
- Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
- Exposure to various chemical cleaners on a daily basis.
- Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
- Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
Safety:
- Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued
employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.
Benefits:
- Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations. This specific position will include railroad retirement.
Why Herzog:
Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.
Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
It is the policy of TransitAmerica Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.
