EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

General Description

The Greater Madison Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is seeking a new Executive Director to lead a dedicated team of planning professionals committed to moving the region’s multi-modal transportation network forward. With the City of Madison at its geographic center, the MPO planning area includes 34 contiguous cities, villages, and towns in Dane County, Wisconsin. This position and the MPO staff team formally comprise a section of the City of Madison’s Planning Division, with support from City of Madison Information Technology, Human Resources, Finance, and other agencies. However, the MPO team is unique, working with a high level of independence in a separate downtown Madison office, and focuses on providing services and funding recommendations to the broader region through the Madison Area Transportation Policy Board.

Robust population and employment growth, a new Bus Rapid Transit system, increased investment in active transportation, and regional collaboration all contribute to the mix of opportunities ahead for the Greater Madison MPO. Ideal candidates will demonstrate leadership capacity, interpersonal skills, technical skills, and a commitment to equity and sustainability, and have:

• Experience in project management, budget preparation and monitoring, and supervision.

• Professional involvement as staff or committee participation with a Metropolitan Planning Organization.

• Personal or professional experience working with diverse and/or underserved communities.

The MPO Director oversees and coordinates the activities of the MPO in carrying out the federally mandated continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive metropolitan transportation planning and programming process, including all supervisory, administrative, outreach, and technical tasks. This includes developing and managing the MPO’s Unified Planning Work Program and budget; managing the office and a staff of eight persons; performing administrative duties; providing staff support to the MPO policy board, MPO technical committee, and other local committees; overseeing the MPO’s public information and outreach activities and stakeholder engagement; serving as liaison to regional, state, and federal agencies and organizations; and assuring compliance with federal transportation planning, Title VI, and other regulations. The MPO serves as a forum for bringing local communities, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and other stakeholders together to collaboratively plan and make decisions on regional transportation policies and projects. Successful leadership of the MPO depends heavily on clear communication and collaboration with other local and state agency staff, elected officials, community organizations, and racially and culturally diverse populations. The position involves exercise of leadership and independent judgment and initiative.  This work is formally supervised by the City of Madison Planning Division Director.

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JOB SUMMARY:

Milwaukee County Transit System Bus Operators drive in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner while adhering to a pre-determined route and schedule. This position exhibits excellent customer services skills and allows passengers to board, travel and alight at scheduled stops.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Safely operate transit bus in strict compliance with Milwaukee County Transit System policies, guidelines, and procedures, as well as follow all Wisconsin and Federal traffic laws and regulations.
• Collect fares according to existing fare structure, inspect bus passes and issue valid transfers in a professional, courteous manner.
• Operate the radio, farebox and other systems within the bus in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide public timetables and accurate information to customers.
• Call street locations, transfer points, major intersections, and other requested stops in compliance with ADA guidelines and Company policy.
• Provide accessibility for disabled passengers to board and alight by properly operating all ramps and lifts and safely securing passengers in compliance with ADA guidelines and Company policy.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interacting with all passengers.
• Perform vehicle inspections before, during and after scheduled work assignments. This includes internal and external areas of the bus, reporting all defects on proper forms.
• Monitor Special Bulletins and detours daily and make appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Follow Company policy for handling lost articles including a visual inspection of the bus at the end of the line and at pull-in.
• Complete accident and incident reports accurately and legibly, as necessary.
• Complete fare box, passenger, and bus maintenance defect reports, as necessary.
• Conduct self in an appropriate manner as a representative of Milwaukee County Transit System.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to work any hour of the day, any day of the week.
• Must have a valid Class D Wisconsin driver’s license (non-probationary) for at least one (1) year prior to the date of application.
• Valid CDL Class B License with “P” Endorsement with no Air Brake restriction (or valid CDL permit 14 days prior to start date or transfer date).
• No more than four (4) points on Motor Vehicle Report during the three (3) years prior to date of application.
• No revocation or suspension of a driver’s license as a result of a moving violation during the three (3) years prior to date of application.
• No OWI’s (Operating While Intoxicated) during the five (5) years prior to date of application, and no more than one (1) OWI within the last fifteen (15) years prior to date of application.
• Stable work history with excellent attendance and punctuality record.
• Successfully complete the Bus Operator Training Program.

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JOB SUMMARY:

This position develops curriculum and facilitates training programs for Maintenance employees. The training programs include safety, vehicle service and repairs. The Safety and Training Instructor develops and delivers the curriculum and lesson plans that are used in classroom training and schedules the appropriate follow-up actions for Maintenance employees within all divisions. This position indirectly And directly supervises mechanics that serve as trainers within the shops and garages. The Safety and Training Instructor also conducts mandated safety and OSHA training as required in other departments and conducts vehicle accident investigations according to DOT standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops curriculum for any and all equipment including tooling, air conditioning, brakes, suspension, transmission and clean air engines and vehicles new or old.
• Indirectly supervises trainers assigned to Garages and Fleet Maintenance and works with them to develop training for new and existing bus technologies.
• Works closely with the assigned location trainers to identify and develop a training plan of action for all new Maintenance personnel.
• Provides Training to all staff at all three (3) locations and all three (3) shifts.
• Maintains Tire Safety certification and recertify every three (3) years.
• Provides required training to certify all mechanics in tire safety.
• Administers practical (hands on) training for current and external applicants for Maintenance department positions.
• Performs vehicle accident and incident investigations and writes post-accident report following DOT (Department of Transportation) standards. Facilitates and assists with vehicle inspection for third parties (Police, lawyers and DOT inspectors).
• Assists mechanics with parts acquisitions; locates and orders specialty tools.
• Assists with the research on specifications of new vehicles for department.
• Provides OSHA training for all associated staff and demonstrates safe work operations and use of equipment.
• Schedules and oversees vendor training classes for all mechanics.
• Performs monthly OSHA required building safety inspections and coordinates corrective actions and plans for deficiencies.
• Assist with accident investigations and transporting employees for mandatory alcohol and drug testing.
• Maintain all employee training records.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five (5) years of heavy/light duty mechanical repair experience in diesel service or battery-operated bus technology is required. 
• Experience must include but should not be limited to: Electrical schematics, heating and air conditioning, transmission and chassis, Cummins ISL 9 clean air diesel technology/Cummins Insite Program.
• Must have a valid, Class D Wisconsin driver’s license (non-probationary) for at least one (1) year prior to date of application.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement and no airbrake restriction (or valid CDL permit 14 days prior to start or transfer date).
• Experience in the creation and delivery of training programs with an emphasis in industrial safety and/or mechanical systems preferred.
• Associate degree in Diesel Equipment Technology or related field preferred.
• Must be able to work all three shifts (when necessary) to accomplish training objectives.
• Must pass all preemployment tests.
• Excellent attendance and overall work record.

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Utility Worker – Part Time

City of Appleton – Valley Transit 

The City of Appleton is accepting applications for the position of a Part Time Utility Worker for Valley Transit. The position is responsible for limited vehicle maintenance such as fueling, checking fluid levels, washing, and minor building maintenance.

Qualifications

The ability to obtain a class B commercial driver’s license with a P endorsement.

Salary

The hiring salary range for this position is $18.68 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefit package. 

Hours

This position will work up to 29.5 hours per week. The schedule includes Tuesday/Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. – 11:15 p.m. and every 4th weekend, Friday from 5:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. and Saturday from 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. 

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appleton.org by no later than Sunday, April 3, 2022. Resumes without an application will not be considered.  

City of Appleton Human Resources 
100 N. Appleton Street, 6th floor
Appleton, WI 54911
Phone: (920) 832-6458
Email: humanresources@appleton.org