Bus Fueler at Pocatello Fire Department

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The Bus Fueler performs fueling and fluid level check duties on Transit

Department vehicles and equipment. The job includes conducting interior

and exterior inspections on equipment to ensure that equipment is ready

for operation, collects and accounts for cash from fare boxes, and

assists mechanics and drivers with a variety of miscellaneous tasks, as

assigned.

The job requires knowledge of the operation of fueling and fluid check

equipment.

The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative

working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City

employees, other organizations, and the general public.

The work environment isa vehicle and equipment maintenance shop and

fueling station environment that may include exposure to weather

conditions, moving vehicles, and hazards involving exposure to fuels and

fluids. The noise level is generally moderate but with occasional

exposure to noisy and/or loud equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs fueling and fluid levels checks on Department equipment and

vehicles in Department fueling station and shop. Performs exterior

and interior checks on equipment for damages. Assists in determining

if equipment is ready for operation.

• Refers problems found and potential problems and/or repairs needed

to mechanics.

• Assists in directing bus washers/cleaners.
• Empties fare boxes and turns in cash to administrative office.

Performs a variety of tasks assisting drivers, mechanics, and

dispatchers, as assigned. Drives buses and other Department vehicles

to and from shop and repair facilities.

• Maintains fueling and inspection logs.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City

policies, procedures, and safety practices.

• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description

restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and

responsibilities to this position at any time.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Class B CDL with airbrake and passenger endorsements required;
• One (1) year of experience is preferred; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides

The Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities To Successfully Perform

the essential functions of the position may be considered.

• CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS**\

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum

knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to

satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be

successful in the position.

*Knowledge of:*

• Methods, techniques, and objectives of equipment fueling, conducting

fluid level checks, and minor maintenance;

• Equipment and tools used in the fueling and preparation of vehicles

and equipment;

• Federal (OSHA) regulations and City policies regarding safe work

practices relating to handling fuels, fluids, and equipments;

• State, local, and other applicable vehicle safety codes and

regulations;

• Operation of a personal computer and job-related software

applications.

*Skill and Ability to:*

• Determine fuel and fluid levels in buses and equipment and maintain

required levels;

• Perform safety and damage inspections and refer potential problems

to mechanics;

• Direct the activities of bus washers;
• Assist mechanics, drivers, dispatchers, and Department

administrators, as assigned;

• Operate vehicles and buses in the Department inventory;
• Operate hand tools;
• Operate a personal computer;
• Operate power equipment;
• Read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams ;
• Maintain maintenance records, logs, and documentation;
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary

for efficient job performance;

• Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with

all rules, policies and regulations;

• Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures

with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the

public.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**\

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is

frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands

to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard or type, reach with

hands and arms, and operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with

assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the

Essential Functions And Interact With The Public Is Required.Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with