Bus Equipment Attendant Leadworker

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Position Description

THE POSITION

The City of Fresno, Transportation (FAX) Department is currently recruiting for a Bus Equipment Attendant Leadworker. Under general supervision, the incumbent leads a

group of service workers and participates in the cleaning and fueling of diesel and gasoline powered City transit vehicles. Performs minor maintenance on cars, trucks, buses; and assists maintenance

personnel performing brake overhauls, and in the removal and repair of various components and other minor repairs.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides lead direction and participates in the cleaning of exteriors and interiors of transit coaches; washes windows inside and out; polishes chrome within the coaches; and sweeps and vacuums coach interiors following prescribed procedures.

• Provides lead direction and participates in the fueling of transit coaches; and checks fluid levels, and refills as needed.

• Jump starts vehicles.

• Performs minor maintenance on cars, trucks, buses and construction equipment; and assists maintenance personnel performing brake overhauls, and in the removal and repair of various components.

• Performs minor preventative maintenance tasks such as refilling the coolant and oil to appropriate levels, monitoring fluid levels and addressing low levels promptly to prevent damage to the engine components.

• Identifies worn or rip holes, loose clamps, and uses the proper tools to fix the issues before releasing the equipment back for service.

• Conducts regular safety inspections of equipment for repairs and corresponding with the Equipment Supervisor.

• Monitors Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) equipment and pressure.

• Reports all minor bus repairs to the Equipment Supervisor to ensure proper documentation.

• Maintains inventory levels of parts, tools, and supplies necessary for bus minor maintenance and cleaning activities; orders replacement units as needed to support ongoing operations and supplies.

• Coordinates minor repair for buses and equipment including, but not limited to, hand sanitizer replacement, trash bag holder, jump start buses, and repairs using hand and power tools while ensuring timely completion and quality workmanship.

• Reads meters and gauges to determine amount of fluids consumed. Fills out reports relating to the use of fluids in transit coaches.

• Drives transit coaches from parking lot to washing/fueling station and back.

• Performs related duties as required.

Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

THE REQUIREMENTS
Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent GED completion.

AND

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the cleaning and fueling of buses, trucks or other heavy vehicles.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S)

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification. Within twelve (12) months of appointment, must obtain a California Commercial Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement and without air brake restriction and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. This classification’s physical demands involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking.

Eligibles certified for consideration for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department of Justice fingerprinting process prior to employment.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination - 100%: A job-related written examination designed to assess a candidate's knowledge in the following areas, ability to provide lead direction, apply judgment/interpersonal skills, follow written and oral instructions, knowledge of public relations, use of common hand tools and equipment, crew safety, the safe operation of equipment, and minor vehicle maintenance. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Written Examination to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

The written examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of June 1, 2026.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Veteran’s Preference

If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.

3% Salary Increase, effective June 15, 2026

Bargaining Unit 1

Non-Supervisory Blue Collar

International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service available after 6 months.

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days

HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year.

80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

City contracted uniform service, cost shared 50/50 Safety Shoe voucher - $250

Prescription Safety Glasses - Reimbursement of $125

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Closing Date/Time: 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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