Roam Transit Banff AB Wash Bay Specialist

Roam Transit
Banff, AB T1L 1A5
From $22 an hour - Full-time
 
Job details
Pay
From $22 an hour
Job type
Full-time

Location
Banff, AB T1L 1A5

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Extended health care
Paid vacation

Full job description
Wash Bay Specialist


The Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission (BVRTSC) brings mobility to both visitors and residents looking to enjoy the Bow Valley without the use of a private vehicle. We pride ourselves in offering the best customer experience possible by providing a dependable and valuable service. Our team members make an impact in our communities every day. They constantly work towards being responsive to our customers, by embracing technology and reacting quickly to transit issues, trends, and solutions.


Position Summary:

Join our dynamic team at Roam Transit as a Wash Bay Specialist. Under the guidance of our Wash Bay Supervisor or Wash Bay Specialist Level 3 (acting Supervisor), you will play an essential role in maintaining cleanliness across various areas, including the interior of buses, the wash bay, administrative spaces, and outdoor areas. Shifts for this position typically start at 6:00PM and end between approximately 1:30-2:30AM.


This position is a great starting point at Roam. Those who are committed, reliable, and show good work ethic may get the opportunity to grow with Roam and receive training to upgrade their license (Class 1,2, or 3) to start operating buses in the wash bay, become a transit operator or move into other positions.


Responsibilities:

Responsible for the overall cleanliness and sanitation of all Roam buses, and general upkeep of the entire indoor storage area, wash bay, and garage floors.
Sweeping and mopping of all buses.
Sanitizing of buses using medical grade fogging machines.
Ensuring high touch areas are sanitized.
Assist with washing all bus windows.
Manage the removal of all garbage from buses.
Assist with emptying of fareboxes from buses into secure storage facility (no direct handling of cash required).
Maintain communication with the Wash Bay Supervisor to ensure all tasks are completed according to priority.
Ensure all work is being completed in adherence to safety protocols and standards.
Other duties as assigned by Wash Bay Supervisor or Operations Staff.
Experience:

Cleaning experience is an asset.
Working in a physically demanding job requiring some moderate lifting, bending, reaching, kneeling, etc.
Qualifications:

Education (minimum):

High school diploma or GED is an asset.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

High attention to detail and quality.
Knowledge of key safety principles relating to cleaning and working around large machinery is an asset.
Ability to work within a team environment.
Ability to work independently or under minimal supervision.
Ability to safely lift and maneuver heavy items up to 50lbs (infrequently).
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Other Requirements, Conditions:

Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Must have a phone with the ability to use various apps.
Compensation & Benefits:

full-time or part-time roles available
Competitive wages starting at $22.00 per hour
3 weeks paid vacation per year (or 6% vacation payout)
Health Spending Account (part time and full-time roles)
Manulife extended health benefits, pension plan (full-time roles)
Roam Public Transit Pass

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