Utility Maintenance II

JOB SUMMARY

This position is located in the Maintenance Division of The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority. This is a non-supervisory position responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of COTPA buildings, bus terminal, and grounds as required including handling limited repairs. Essential job functions include: Cleaning of offices, painting, changing filters on air conditioning and heating units, changing light bulbs, etc. and operation of tractors, mowers and lot sweepers. Must have the ability to complete work in a reasonable length of time in a workmanship-like manner. Independent judgement must be used in the performance of assigned duties.

Pay of $22.67 per hour, full time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates verbally in English, so as to be understood both in person and by two-way radio.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of job and occupational hazards and safety precautions required in the shops.
• Ability to perform duties independently and with little direct supervision.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with COTPA personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Must have a Valid Oklahoma Drivers License Class D or CDL in good standing within the points allowable to meet EMBARK standards.
• Ability to comply with strict attendance policies. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, cleaning solvents, noise and unfavorable weather conditions.
• May require a varied work schedule to include: early morning, late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Subject to frequent loud noise.
• Occasionally required to work hours outside scheduled work times.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have physical ability to occasionally twist, squat, kneel, reach, sit, and be on unprotected heights. Requires fine manipulation and an ability to frequently bend and stoop. Requires simple grasping, medium dexterity and hard grasping.  Ability to continuously climb stairs, walk, stand, be around moving machinery and extremes in temperature and humidity. Requires forearm rotational movement and use of foot controls.
• Must have physical ability to frequently lift/carry 50 lbs., push/pull 50 lbs. Ability to continuously lift/carry 25 lbs., push/pull 35 lbs.
• Ability to read and write in English sufficiently to understand and complete bus stop installation work order forms and duty check lists.
• Job requires use of both hands either simultaneously or singly and both feet are required for foot controls either simultaneously or singly.
• Vision enough to meet the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to hear and speak clearly and distinctly in English on the telephone, radio and in person.
• Possess a valid Oklahoma Department of Transportation physical examination certification.
• Ability to read and write in English sufficiently to be understand and complete work order forms and duty check lists.
• Hearing sufficient to hear safety and emergency horns.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Oklahoma Department of Transportation Physical Examination Certification.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a summary of the duties and responsibilities commonly found within this classification.  It is not meant to be all inclusive; thus, other related activities or tasks may be assigned.

NOTE: This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

NOTE: Employee will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration Regulations and COTPA's Substance Abuse Policy.

EEO Statement

EMBARK’s goal is to be a workforce that reflects our rich and diverse Community at every job levels.  EMBARK embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages our staff members to bring their whole self to work every day.  EMBARK is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All employment decisions at EMBARK are based on business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and availability, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal, State or City laws.  

VETERANS PREFERENCE
A five-point preference will be awarded on the initial scored selection process for honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces not currently employed full time by EMBARK.  Qualified applicants must submit a copy of their DD Form 214 indicating discharge type/character of service in person, mail, or fax at 405-316-1641.

NOTE: Successful applicant will be required to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination that will include a drug screen. Employee will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration Regulations and COTPA's Substance Abuse Policy.

Drug-Free Workplace- As a Drug-Free Workplace, the EMBARK seeks to create a work environment free from the adverse effects of drug abuse and alcohol misuse for the protection of workforce, community, and customers.
Drug Screen and Pre-Employment Physical If you are hired for a position at EMBARK, you are required to pass a drug test (in accordance with Federal Regulation) and a physical examination, with regards to the nature of the position. EMBARK has a policy that prohibits the illegal use, manufacture, distribution, sale, dispensation or possession of narcotics, drugs, or controlled substances, and will require random urine and drug and alcohol tests of its employees as an enforcement measure in providing for a drug-free workplace. You will be excluded from consideration for employment with EMBARK if the results of your urine drug test indicate evidence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and/or amphetamines.

NOTE TO FORMER EMPLOYEES: To participate in any selection process, former employees must be eligible for rehire.  If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the EMBARK Human Resource Department at (405) 297-1641.  If your rehire status has been coded "Not Eligible," "Eligible 3," or "Conditional," you will need to request a review of your rehire status.

NOTE:  EMBARK will conduct a background investigation/verification.  Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.

 Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

Oklahoma City is one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States and is the 20th largest city in the nation. For nearly two decades our residents have continually invested in our community to make it a place people can find belonging, visit and call home. Our employees are at the heart of those investments–delivering essential services our residents expect and creating a strong and thriving city for all people.