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REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement

Pay rate: $23 – $27/hour

JOB SUMMARY:

• Position requires diagnosing, repairing and maintenance of Lebanon Transit (LT) revenue, non-revenue vehicles and related equipment with particular attention to Shared Ride vehicles.
• Must possess Class 1 Pennsylvania State Inspection License.
• The position receives training and works according to LT standards.
• Accountable for maintaining a safe working environment.
• This position is responsible for meeting all attendance requirements.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Employee will perform his/her duties with little or no supervision.
• This position reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement or Senior Mechanic in the absence of the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintain and repair buses, vans, non-revenue and related equipment;
• Perform adjustments and tune ups;
• Perform Preventative Maintenance services on LT vehicles;
• Keep equipment and vehicles in good operating condition;
• Tire rotations/changes;
• Perform services including grease and lubricants;
• Perform Pennsylvania State Inspections within six (6) months;
• Perform road tests and road calls including assisting with LT’s emergency duties;
• Perform service checks and complete required paperwork;
• When not performing vehicle maintenance he/she will help keep garage area, equipment and vehicles clean to include but not limited to washing outside and sweeping inside of buses and vans;
• Assist in maintaining records and completing work orders;
• Be available to drive vehicles in revenue service when required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability, mental/physical demands and work environments required to perform the essential job functions.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and experience in vehicle repair and maintenance;
• Ability to complete reports/work orders using computer;
• Must have knowledge if computer driven automotive diagnostic software:
• Must be able to read and understand technical guidance concerning vehicle and equipment repair;
• Must be able to effectively communicate and follow oral/written instructions that are provided in English;
• Must have own tools;
• Ability to use and care for LT tools and equipment;
• Ability to work with little or no supervision;
• High school education with vehicle maintenance background (technical or trade school preferred);
• Must be available to work overtime when requested by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement;
• Work when requested by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement or the Senior Mechanic in the absence of the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement;
• Employee should have the drive and desire to become a team player with the best interests of LT in mind;
• Fulfill any and all other duties as deemed necessary by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement or the Senior Mechanic in the absence of the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement.

PHYSICALS, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Must hold and maintain a Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake Restriction Lifted. (Or must obtain within one year) when age appropriate.
• Must hold and maintain a current United States Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certification or employment will be terminated.
• Possess Air Conditioning Certification License (or obtain as directed by Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement)
• Pennsylvania State Inspection License Class 7 (or must be obtained as directed by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement)
• This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to all DOT and Lebanon Transit Substance Abuse Policy requirements that include but are not limited to: Pre-Employment, Random, Post-Accident and Reasonable Suspicion Tests.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative (may not be all inclusive) of those functions to be met by employee to successfully perform his/her job duties:

• This is very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to use necessary tool and to move objects;
• This position requires the dexterity and mobility to enter and exit a number of different vehicle while maintaining three points of contact;
• Must be able to lift and carry objects safely, usually no more than 75 lbs. but occasionally with weights in excess of 100 lbs.;
• While performing the duties of this job, there is prolonged standing, with intermittent periods of sitting, short walking and various trunk positions have to be maintained for prolonged periods when repairing buses and vans;
• Must be able to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push and pull as necessary to carryout job duties;
• Requires the ability to use hands to finger dexterously to operate tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms;
• This position also requires the employee to perform cleaning, janitorial, and building and property maintenance functions with appropriate dexterity;
• This position requires employee to work in various weather environments, summer, winter, spring and fall as well as inside and outside of garaged area.

SAFETY:

Lebanon Transit has the following expectations for safety:

• Occupational injuries and illnesses are preventable;
• Every operation and process of Lebanon Transit shall maintain compliance with all laws and regulations regarding safety and health, as well as OPC safety policy and procedures;
• Management must assess and ensure occupational safety and health practices and programs are appropriate to support success;
• Working safely is a condition of employment;
• Safety training is required for everyone;
• Unsafe behaviors, conditions and events must be reported through the Employee Safety Reporting Program (ESRP);
• Participate in a positive safety culture; and
• In accordance with 49 CFR 673, the Lebanon Transit Agency Safety Plan defines our Safety Management System (SMS) through the four parts including:

1. Safety Management Plan defines Lebanon Transit’s commitment to safety as well as the roles and responsibilities of all staff members.
2. Safety Risk Management identifies unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors and proactively mitigates those risks to the lowest level possible.
3. Safety Promotion is the communication of safety throughout Lebanon Transit.
4. Safety Assurance is the ongoing process of evaluating safety risks and mitigations to ensure the mitigations are effective.

All Lebanon Transit staff members are committed to safety.

Safety is freedom from the possibility of a work-related injury or property damage from an accident.

This Job Description is not all inclusive. Executive Director may adjust this Description, including addition of other duties or responsibilities if the changes do not significantly change the primary focus of the duties and responsibilities for this position.

To apply, download and fill out the application: Maintenance-Admin Application – Fillable PDF

Once complete, upload the file using the form below. Or print your completed application and return via email to cbinner@lebanontransit.org or via mail to Cindy Binner, 200 Willow Street, Lebanon, PA 17046.

JOB TITLE:            Shared Ride Dispatcher/Scheduler

REPORTS TO:         Shared Ride Program Supervisor

Pay Rate:                  $18.25/hour

FLSA:                        Non-Exempt

All staff members are responsible for maintaining a safe working environment in their department.

Position is responsible to the Shared Ride Program Supervisor.

Position is responsible for meeting all attendance requirements.

Position requires training and works according to Lebanon Transit standards.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Dispatcher

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required in English; Spanish would be a bonus.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Communicates with operators by messaging instructions using the Ecolane System and/or by radio.
• Answer dispatch line for cancellations, customer information, etc.
• Check all routes for efficiency and reallocate trips from overloaded routes.
• Communicate with Eldercare, Quest, and other clinics/customers to inform them of the status of van arrivals/departures.
• Check the Ecolane System route assignments for future days to ensure efficiency.
• Using the Ecolane System Manager Screen to assign operator names and van numbers for each route. 
• Inform the Shared Ride Program Supervisor of any vehicle placed out of service and the reason. 
• Ensure operators are assigned replacement vehicles when necessary to ensure trips have been accurately transferred to the replacement Mobile Data Terminal.
• Responsible for informing the Maintenance Department which van is needed for early morning Dialysis, so it is conveniently placed for the morning operator.
• Responsible for all coupon book sales, ensures each operator receives the necessary coupon books they will need for their customers.
• Ensure destinations are accurately geocoded in Google Earth and saved to locations in Ecolane System.
• Ensure mileages are verified.

Scheduler

• Answer customer calls to schedule trips throughout the day.
• Ensure Medical Assistance Transportation Program/Dialysis customers are entered and verified from a list approved by the Community Action Partnership or other agencies.
• Become knowledgeable with all the programs required; takes reservations for all agencies.

Other Duties:

• At the end of the shift, forward dispatch telephone line to the Lebanon Transit designated lines.
• Ensure the building is secure at the end of shift by setting the alarm, locking all doors, and turning off the radio.
• Count operator’s money and verify the number of coupons and cash in bag, secure all cash bags in the safe.
• Gather all documents necessary for archiving the previous day’s work.  These would include but not limited to:
  • Operator’s Manifest papers; Operator’s Sheet and Fare Detail Report
  • Scheduled trip sheets.
  • Cancel and No-Show list.
  • Same day addition list.
  • Medical assistance list.
  • Coupon book sales list.
  • Dispatch Run sheets.
  • Wait listed or standby list.
  • Daily audit of the previous days run.
  • IVR call audit.
  • Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) trip duration report.
  • Keep up to date on all driving Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), LT rules and regulations.
  • Attach all paperwork to the checklist, which then would be delivered to the Supervisor of Shared Ride Services 

SAFETY

Lebanon Transit has the following expectations for safety:

• Occupational injuries and illnesses are preventable;

• Every operation and process of Lebanon Transit shall maintain compliance with all laws and regulations regarding safety and health;
• Management must assess and ensure occupational safety and health practices and programs are appropriate to support success;
• Working safely is a condition of employment;
• Safety training is required for everyone;
• Unsafe behaviors, conditions and events must be reported through the Employee Safety Reporting Program (ESRP); and
• Participate in a positive safety culture.

In accordance with 49 CFR 673, the Lebanon Transit Agency Safety Plan defines the Safety Management System (SMS) through the following four (4) parts:

1. Safety Management Plan defines Lebanon Transit’s commitment to safety as well as the roles and responsibilities of all staff members.

2. Safety Risk Management identifies unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors and proactively mitigates those risks to the lowest level possible.

3. Safety Promotion is the communication of safety throughout Lebanon Transit.

4. Safety Assurance is the ongoing process of evaluating safety risks and mitigations to ensure the mitigations are effective.

All Lebanon Transit staff members are committed to safety.

Safety is freedom from the possibility of a work-related injury or property damage from an accident.

This Job Description is not all inclusive. Executive Director may adjust this Description, including addition of other duties or responsibilities if the changes do not significantly change the primary focus of the duties and responsibilities for this position.

To apply, download and fill out the application: Maintenance-Admin Application – Fillable PDF

Once complete, upload the file using the form below. Or print your completed application and return via email to cbinner@lebanontransit.org or via mail to Cindy Binner, 200 Willow Street, Lebanon, PA 17046.

You may also complete an application in-person at our office.

Reports To:  Fixed Route Driver Supervisor

Pay Rate: $27.12/hour starting

JOB SUMMARY:

The driver is responsible for operating a van/bus to transport passengers in a safe and courteous manner according to published routes and timetables. The driver is responsible for driving defensively and reacting to emergency situations to ensure the safety of the passengers and the safety of the general public. Work includes completion of vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate records, assisting passengers as required including wheelchair securements, receiving and accounting for fares, radio communications, following emergency procedures, and other activities as assigned by the Fixed Route Driver Supervisor. The driver is responsible for meeting all attendance requirements according to bid, Lebanon Transit (LT)/Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), policies and safety emergency response situations.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

This position reports to the Fixed Route Driver Supervisor. This position receives driver training, general supervision and works according to standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares for daily run by reporting at scheduled time, in physical condition to fulfill the essential functions of driving a vehicle and adhering to the dress code. Obtains assignment, reviews any posted notices, and immediately communicates any irregularities to Fixed Route Driver Supervisor.
• Ensures vehicle is safe and reliable prior to operation by conducting an inspection and performing daily pre- and post-trip inspection checklist and completing a non-compliance report and returning it to the Maintenance Department for resolution if necessary.

• Provides public transit services by safely operating assigned vehicle to pick up and deliver passengers on a fixed route in a courteous and professional manner in accordance with specified time schedule and under all weather, traffic and passenger load conditions. Works variable shifts, irregular hours and is available for work/overtime in accordance with bid, CBA, policies, and response to emergency situations.

• Maintains safe conditions by complying with traffic regulations; observing traffic conditions; avoiding dangerous situations and enforcing passenger safety/conduct rules.

• Complies with all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates by assisting with boarding and departing passengers with disabilities including the operation of wheelchair lifts and securing devices.

• Represents LT in a professional and positive manner and ensures a positive passenger experience by listening to complaints regarding delays or problems encountered in the provision of services. Answers questions from passengers regarding fares, schedules and routes. Regulates heating, cooling and ventilation systems for passenger comfort. Maintains the vehicle interior in a neat condition during service operation.

• Assists passengers requiring aid (including elderly individuals, individuals with hearing and sight impairments, physically/developmentally disabled individuals, etc.) by helping them board or depart from the vehicle, securing wheelchairs announcing required and special request stops, etc.

• Follows proper emergency procedures in the event of an accident or safety incident by following established procedures including but not limited to notifying Maintenance Department and Director of Safety and Training, securing accident/safety incident scene, tending to passengers, obtaining witness cards, deferring media statements to proper channels and completing an accident report.

• Ensures proper receipts to LT by collecting fares according to established fare categories, completing ridership forms as required, completing any passenger reports and providing transfers for passenger connections with other routes.

• Ensures operation communications and resolutions in accordance with Federal Communications Commission guidelines by utilizing two-way radio to contact Fixed Route Driver Supervisor and/or Director of Safety and Training and/or Maintenance Department to timely and accurately report all irregularities, delays, accidents, incidents, requests for emergency maintenance and safety/operation problems as they occur. Listens and complies with all communications/directions from Fixed Route Driver Supervisor.

• Maintains driving knowledge and skills by participating in safety and related training programs that are made available.

• Ensures compliance by complying with LT’s policies and procedures and local, state and government regulations. Maintains regular attendance and performs duties and responsibilities as assigned. Responds as needed for emergency situations and maintenance of service.

• Contributes to the team effort by training assigned employees, participating in problem solving methods, and maintaining a cooperative relationship with co-workers and management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

Requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability, mental/physical demands and work environments required to perform the essential job functions. 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:                  

• HS education and job related experience preferred.
• Must meet hiring qualifications including but not limited to, minimum of 25 years of age; acceptable driving record and background verification in accordance with LT standards.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and common sense understanding to carry out transportation services.
• Ability to keep mentally alert and maintain concentration.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and demonstrated ability to operate and drive transit vehicles in a safe manner.
• Ability to understand and adhere to LT rules, procedures, directions, funding guidelines, DOT regulations and PA traffic regulations.
• Good attendance. Ability to work all bid runs, variable shifts and irregular hours. Available for work/overtime in accordance with bid, CBA, policy and response to emergency situations.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation with the ability to deal courteously, sensitively, and effectively with the public. Adherence to regulations; harassment/discrimination policy/guidelines.
• Ability to operate communication and other designated automated equipment.
• Ability to manage one’s own time and to follow a schedule to meet deadlines.
• Ability to actively listen, communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions that are given in English. Ability to complete records. Ability to work with diverse customers.
• Ability to enforce all LT rules and procedures with passengers.

PHYSICALS, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Must hold and maintain a class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted, and, maintain a current DOT medical certification or position shall be terminated.
• This is a safety sensitive position subject to all US DOT and Lebanon Transit Substance Abuse Policy requirements that include but are not limited to; pre-employment, random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:   

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Majority of time is spent in vehicle. Regularly exposed to vehicle noise, fumes, drafts, etc. when vehicle is in operation. Regular exposure to elements such as rain, snow, high or low temperatures.
• Work involves extended periods of sitting, regular standing, walking and crouching, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling.
• Use of legs and body torso to climb steps in bus, assist passengers when necessary and maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when working on slippery surfaces.
• Ability to do lifting, securing and maneuvering objects such as wheelchairs with passengers with a broad range of body weights.
• Requires continuous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs to push/pull or activate essential controls (pedals, levers, and knobs) in recurring operational motions. Right and left side of body is used in steering, opening and closing doors, assisting passengers when necessary and related tasks. 
• Requires the capacity to hear and ability to speak normal conversation in clear English. Ability to write reports.
• Must have good vision and depth perception.
• Requires the ability to have a good demeanor, behavior and rapport with public under stressful or emotionally charged situations and to communicate with diverse, elderly and disabled clients.
• Requires the capacity to apply common sense and understand procedures and policies to carry out transportation services.
• Must have the physical/mental ability to quickly assist passengers and maintain composure in times of emergency or passenger incidents.
• Ability to keep mentally alert and maintain concentration to ensure defensive driving techniques are used and to react to situations.
• Must be able to maintain regular and acceptable attendance at the employer’s standards to meet position requirements. Must be able to work variable shifts, irregular hours and is available for work/overtime in accordance with CBA, policies and response to emergency situations.

SAFETY:

• Position requires that employee conducts all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state and federal safety and health regulations, programmatic standards, and with any special safety concerns identified by LT for use in a particular area or with a client. The employee must identify and familiarize himself/herself with safety and security requirements. Employee must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health or himself/herself or others.

To apply, download and fill out the application: CDL Application – Fillable PDF

Once complete, upload the file using the form below. Or print your completed application and return via email to cbinner@lebanontransit.org or via mail to Cindy Binner, 200 Willow Street, Lebanon, PA 17046.

You may also complete an application in-person at our office.

TITLE: Bus Detailer (Cleaning and Maintenance)

HOURS: 4:00 PM-12:30 AM

REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement

Pay Rate: $20.42/hour

JOB SUMMARY:

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of Lebanon Transit (LT) equipment, facilities, terminal, and other satellite locations.
• Perform house cleaning duties on all buses and vans as per the current house cleaning schedule or as directed by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement. All other cleaning duties deemed necessary by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement.
• If it is determined by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement that conditions require an increase in frequency of major house cleaning that requirement shall be met. No cleaning is to be deferred until a schedule indicates it is time to perform the cleaning of the vehicle. If a vehicle is dirty it is to be cleaned immediately.
• This position receives training and works according to LT standards.
• All employees are accountable for maintaining a safe working environment.
• This position is responsible for meeting all attendance requirements.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Perform duties with little or no supervision.
• This position reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement and takes direction from the Senior Mechanic.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintain house cleaning duties on all LT vehicles, equipment, buildings and grounds;
• Daily house cleaning; exterior washing, interior sweeping, mopping, window washing, cleaning dashes, etc.;
• Major house cleaning; includes the daily duties plus cleaning behind seats with air hose, washing down walls and ceilings, scrubbing floors, etc.;
• Responsible parking/driving revenue and non-revenue vehicles in the storage garage;
• Perform fluid checks on all vehicles;
• Probe and remove all monies from fareboxes;
• Check and replenish engine fluids (water and oils);
• Check and replace bulbs;
• Fueling and record keeping of fuel dispensed for revenue and non-revenue vehicles;
• Driving vehicles through automatic bus wash;
• Assist mechanics when needed;
• Provide general cleanup of all LT properties;
• Keep bus shelters clean and in good condition;
• Empty cigarette containers;
• Assist with landscaping duties as needed at all LT Properties;
• Spread oil absorbing material and remove same when needed;
• Make sure pavements on LT properties and bus shelters are clear of snow and ice when necessary. Use snow blower and spread ice melting chemicals as needed;
• Maintain a safe, clean maintenance area. This includes but is not limited to cleaning up oil and fuel spills and washing down floors, etc.;
• Sweep and wash down floor and unclog drains in all garage areas when needed. Keep drain free of mud and sludge;
• Any and all other tasks deemed necessary by the Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability, mental/physical demands and work environments required to perform the essential job functions.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow directions and perform light maintenance duties;
• Ability to complete reports using computer;
• Must be able to effectively communicate and follow oral/written instructions that are provided in English;
• Valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver’s License at a minimum;
• Some mechanical experience helpful;
• Must have own basic hand tools;
• Ability to use and care for LT tools and equipment;
• High school education preferred;
• Work some Saturdays as required due to scheduling. Must be available to work overtime when requested by Supervisor of Maintenance and Procurement;
• Have the drive and desire to become a team player with the best interest of LT in mind.

PHYSICALS, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Must hold and maintain a current United States Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certification or employment will be terminated;
• This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to all DOT and Lebanon Transit Substance Abuse Policy requirements that include but are not limited to; Pre-Employment, Random, Post-Accident and Reasonable Suspicion Tests.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative (may not be all inclusive) of those functions to be met by an employee to successfully perform his/her job duties:

• This position could require exertion in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to use necessary tool and to move objects;
• This position requires the dexterity and mobility to enter and exit a number of different vehicle while maintaining three points of contact;
• Must be able to lift and carry objects safely, usually no more than 50 lbs. but occasionally with weights in excess of 100 lbs.;
• While performing the duties of this job, there is prolonged standing, with intermittent periods of sitting, short walking, and various trunk positions have to be maintained for prolonged periods when cleaning/detailing vehicles;
• Must be able to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push and pull as necessary to carry out job duties;
• Requires the ability to use hands to finger dexterously to operate tools or controls and reach with hands and arms;
• This position also requires employee to perform cleaning, janitorial, building and property maintenance functions with appropriate dexterity;
• This position requires employee to work in various weather environments, summer, winter, spring, and fall as well as inside and outside of garaged area.

This Job Description is not all inclusive.  Executive Director may make adjustments to this description, including the addition of other duties or responsibilities as long as the changes do not significantly change the primary focus of the duties and responsibilities.

To apply, download and fill out the application: Maintenance-Admin Application – Fillable PDF

Once complete, upload the file using the form below. Or print your completed application and return via email to cbinner@lebanontransit.org or via mail to Cindy Binner, 200 Willow Street, Lebanon, PA 17046.

You may also complete an application in-person at our office.