Porter

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Porter position is an autonomous role requiring considerable time, effort, professionalism, independence, ingenuity, collaboration, efficiency, integrity, coordination, and determination. The individual who fills this role must be willing and able to fulfill the entire suite of duties, goals, and responsibilities of this position under daily guidance, direction and supervision. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:   
  • High school degree or equivalent.
• Experience:  
  • 1 year of porter or equivalent work experience.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
• Certificate/Licensure:  
  • Valid driver's license.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist Fleet department with general maintenance needs of equipment such as power washing and moving equipment onsite.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and respectful manner.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Safe driving record.
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to position.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

• Ability to perform light maintenance on equipment such as the power washer.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA exposure control program. 
• Ability to exercise initiative, apply and adapt policies, principles and techniques to solve everyday problems and deal with a variety of situations. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management staff, other employees, and the general public. 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Generally, the employee filling this position will be expected to be present at the project location for an 8-hour shift and/or as directed by the Fleet Director or designated representative. May work extended hours including weekends and holidays.
• Job functions will be carried out in a vast array of environments including but not limited to maintenance facilities, job sites, customer facilities, vehicles, agricultural sites, landfills, end user facilities, etc.
• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, and kneel.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• The workplace is in a smoke-free environment.  
• PPE is required and must be worn as instructed. 
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: 

100% - Operates in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements, Customer and Company expectations for the Fleet department.

• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Manager.
• Notify Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Provide feedback on the necessary equipment and supplies to complete the required tasks safely and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBIITIES: 

• None.