This is manual work in the maintenance and cleaning of rail vehicles in a public transportation system.

Employees in this class perform manual work to maintain rail vehicles in a clean and sanitary condition. Duties include cleaning the interior and exterior of rail vehicles and assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of shop areas. Work is routine and generally repetitive in nature. Supervision is received from a supervisor who reviews work in progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance of assigned duties.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Sweeps and mops vehicle interior; removes debris left in vehicle by passengers.

Cleans vehicle windows; removes graffiti from vehicles.

Inspects vehicles for personal property left by passengers and releases lost items to supervisor.

Reports damage or unusual conditions such as broken windows or loose seats to supervisor.

Assists in cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of shop areas, as required.

Observes established safety procedures and practices.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Some knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials used in rail vehicle cleaning work.

Some knowledge of established safety procedures and practices.

Some knowledge of departmental procedures concerning lost items.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to work various shifts.

Ability to read and write English.

Physical strength and agility required to perform assigned duties.

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