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Maintenance Custodian/Driver (0900/0901/0903)

Category:  Maintenance/ Janitorial
Facility: 
City:  Philadelphia
Date:  Apr 10, 2024
Req ID:  1371

Secure your FUTURE with SEPTA today! 

 

SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation. 

 

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. 

 

We are seeking candidates for both Maintenance Custodian and Maintenance Custodian Driver at work sites throught the Philadelphia region. 

 

We are looking for candidates with significant and verifiable janitorial/custodian work experience. If you current or previous jobs include cleaning duties, be sure to add this in your job description. 

 

It is important to note that we are recruiting now for future positions. Our time to hire candidates will depend on the future availability of vacancies and the number of accepted candidates in our pipeline. We value all candidates and we ask that you be patient in working with us.

 

The starting rate of pay for the MC position is $18.62/hour; after 3 months - $20.83; after 7 months - $24.50; then 2 more progressions until you reach the top rate of $26.20 after 9 years. The MCD rate of pay is slightly higher.

 

 

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Sweeps, cleans, washes interior and exterior of vehicles.  Operates passenger vehicle in and around Authority locations. Cleans shop areas, stations, restrooms and other areas as required. 

This position may include climbing onto and off of rail/bus vehicles and working in all types of weather.

Performs other duties including scrapping, painting and loading trash.                                                                                                                                                                                              

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES

  1. Must be proficient in the cleaning of vehicles and all areas of the locations listed above, including but not limited to shop areas, restrooms, administrative areas, etc. 
  2. Operates passenger vehicle in and around the Authority locations.
  3. Scrapes and cleans floors, walls, walks, and all SEPTA facilities.
  4. Paints various items as required, such as shop equipment, facilities, etc.
  5. Sweeps, cleans, washes vehicle interior, exteriors.
  6. Polices premises for debris, trash and scrap; loads into truck for removal.
  7. Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Must have ability to understand and execute written and verbal orders.
  • Most positions require a valid Pennsylvania driver's license or equivalent. · A CDL class B license with a passenger endorsement (with no restrictions) is required for operating a SEPTA vehicle in the bus garages. If you do not have a CDL class B permit or Commercial Driver's license, you will need to obtain a CDL Class B permit at the end of your 30 days training.  Some positions, specifically in the Stations Department, do not require driver's licenses.
  • Must possess significant and verifiable janitorial/custodian work experience.
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

 

BENEFITS 

 

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including: 

  • Medical – “Minimal annual premium contribution” 

 

Benefit plans with “No Employee annual premium contribution”: 

  • Prescription 
  • Dental 
  • Vision 

 

Additional benefits we offer: 

  • Pension Plan / Retirement Savings 
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan 
  • Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation 
  • SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program 

 

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.


Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia

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