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CURRENT JOB OPENINGS AT TOPEKA METRO
Topeka Metro is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunities for all persons and will make all employment decisions, including hiring, on the basis of merit and ability without regard to, race, religion or creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, military or veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or Federal law. Topeka Metro also prohibits retaliation.
PUBLIC TRANSIT BUS OPERATORS
Enjoy a rewarding career providing public transit service to our community! Topeka Metro is accepting applications for part-time and full-time Bus Operators to provide safe, professional, and courteous public transit service.
Topeka Metro offers an excellent benefit package including paid CDL training, free employee health insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, and KPERS retirement benefits. Full-time bus operators are guaranteed 40 hours per week.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Customer-oriented with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively and courteously.
- Demonstrate a professional, pleasant, and helpful demeanor toward the public.
- Must be able to exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to memorize routes, transfer points, fare structures, and work with all bus technology.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and comply with safety and traffic rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Reliable and flexible with the ability to work various shifts M-F and every Saturday.
- Ability to obtain a KS CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements.
- Steady work history with previous experience.
- Must maintain an excellent driving record.
- 21 years of age with a HS diploma/GED.
Applicants must satisfactorily pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen, post offer functional employment test, and DOT medical exam.
Download an application & characteristic survey and submit by mail, e-mail, or in person.
Topeka Metro
201 N. Kansas Ave., Topeka, KS 66603
E-mail: resumes@topekametro.org
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Drug-Free Workplace and EOE.
First two-weeks of training: $14.45/hr.
After two-weeks of training: $18.06/hr.
6 months: $19.18/hr.
12 months: $20.32/hr.
18 months: $21.44/hr.
24 months: $22.57/hr.
Topeka Metro is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunities for all persons and will make all employment decisions, including hiring, on the basis of merit and ability without regard to, race, religion or creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, military or veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or Federal law. Topeka Metro also prohibits retaliation.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
Topeka Metro offers an excellent benefit package including free employee health insurance, paid-time-off (PTO), paid holidays, and KPERS retirement benefits.
General Purpose:
- Provide information to the public regarding all transit services by retrieving information from various sources including schedules, software, spreadsheets, and maps.
- Sell bus fare media at the Quincy Street Station and prepare bank deposits.
- Provide responsive phone and radio coverage.
- Enter ride requests accurately for paratransit service and contract providers.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Customer oriented with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively and courteously with patience to a diverse group of individuals.
- Ability to learn and efficiently answer public inquiries regarding routes, schedules, and fares.
- Ability to demonstrate and maintain a professional, pleasant, and helpful demeanor towards the public and co-workers.
- Knowledge and familiarity with Topeka streets and landmarks with the ability to read and understand maps.
- Experience using multi-line phone system, computers, Microsoft Office products, and other office technology equipment with the ability to learn additional software and technology as needed.
- Previous experience in customer service and working with the public.
- Knowledge of basic math skills and cash handling techniques.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is highly desirable.
- HS diploma/GED.
The shift for this full-time position is Tue. – Sat. 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with starting pay of $15/hour.
Applicants must satisfactorily pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Download an application & characteristic survey and submit by mail, e-mail, fax, or in person. Applications can also be picked up or dropped off at either location:
Topeka Metro Admin. Office
201 N. Kansas Ave. Topeka, KS 66603
Quincy Street Station
820 S.E. Quincy St. Topeka, KS 66612
Email: resumes@topekametro.org
FAX: (785) 233-3063
Applications will be accepted the position is filled. Drug-Free Workplace and EOE.
Topeka Metro is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunities for all persons and will make all employment decisions, including hiring, on the basis of merit and ability without regard to, race, religion or creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, military or veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or Federal law. Topeka Metro also prohibits retaliation.
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MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN IV
Topeka Metro is accepting applications for a full-time Maintenance Technician IV to perform entry-level inspections and routine maintenance as required on bus fleet vehicles and provide building and ground maintenance for all Topeka Metro properties.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge and ability to perform service work including, but not limited to fueling, checking/replenishing fluid levels, tire pressures, chassis, and body.
- Ability to perform facility and grounds maintenance including but not limited to mowing, snow removal, minor facility repairs and painting.
- Ability to operate all equipment necessary for the completion of assigned duties.
- Possess and maintain an inventory of hand tools necessary for the position.
- Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements. Paid training is provided.
- Steady work history with mechanical experience.
- HS diploma/GED.
The shift for this position is Tuesday-Friday 12:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. and Saturday 6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. with pay of $20.58/hour. Topeka Metro offers an excellent benefit package including free employee health insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, and KPERS retirement. Applicants must satisfactorily pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen, post offer functional employment test, and DOT medical exam.
Download an application & characteristic survey & submit to:
Topeka Metro
201 N. Kansas Ave., Topeka, KS 66603
E-mail: resumes@topekametro.org
FAX: (785) 233-3063
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Drug-Free Workplace and EOE.
Topeka Metro is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunities for all persons and will make all employment decisions, including hiring, on the basis of merit and ability without regard to, race, religion or creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, military or veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or Federal law. Topeka Metro also prohibits retaliation.