Fleet Manager

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Three years minimum supervisory experience in the transportation field is highly desired.
• Ten or more years of experience in the transportation field including driving, training, vehicle maintenance, and supervisory responsibilities.

Job Goals

Manage the fleet maintenance section of the Transportation Department. Oversee the daily maintenance and repair of the district's student transportation assets to ensure the provision of safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services. Oversee the daily maintenance of the district's support vehicles and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all student transportation vehicles are in compliance with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT), Colorado Department of Education (CDE), and District 8 regulations, policies, and standards.
• Ensure that all scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance is performed and documented, including the use of automated maintenance management systems and software.
• Supervise, assign duties, and evaluate all fleet maintenance personnel.
• Schedule personnel for shift work to meet operational requirements.
• Direct response to road calls; be on call and/or schedule on-call mechanics for late-night, weekend, and overtime emergency situations.
• Provide support to other school districts as required.
• Analyze and/or diagnose problems to determine proper corrective measures and quality assurance.
• Estimate repair times, parts, and equipment needed; requisition parts and assign work orders.
• Ensure that all district vehicles necessary for daily student transportation services and facilities maintenance support are operational and in safe working condition (includes school buses, support vehicles, support equipment such as graders, trailers, lawn and snow removal equipment, etc.).
• Ensure the safety of all vehicles through routine preventative maintenance, scheduled quarterly and annually.
• Inspect completed maintenance performed by mechanics and ensure ongoing quality of work performed.
• Oversee regular vehicle inspections for damage and cleanliness.
• Coordinate with the dispatch office to ensure effective utilization and condition of transportation assets by drivers and driver assistants, scheduling of required maintenance, and resolution of driver equipment safety concerns.
• Maintain all reports and documentation required or requested by the department, district, or state.
• Prepare reports for evaluation of fleet maintenance effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conduct, coordinate, and provide training as required for equipment operators and mechanics; ensure cross-training of all assigned personnel.
• Order, maintain, and provide accountability for diesel and gasoline stocks.
• Responsible for HAZMAT compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Serve as State of Colorado Opacity Compliance Coordinator; ensure Colorado State Air Emissions Program Standards are maintained.
• Promote clean air initiatives and alternative fuels.
• Prepare annual budget projections for parts and equipment purchases.
• Process and track purchase orders, maintain all parts stock, and order supplies related to maintenance support operations.
• Assist in the preparation of vehicle specifications for district fleet purchases; make recommendations concerning student and support fleet composition and serviceability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Strong accounting and math skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; English language skills.
• Interpersonal relations skills.
• Personal computer and keyboarding skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with Fleet Management software.
• Customer service and public relations skills.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures.

Tools and Equipment

Transportation vehicles, mechanical tools, and office equipment. All tools and equipment may not be listed.

Pay

Fleet Manager - Mechanic salary is located on the Supplemental Salary Schedule.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, life, long-term disability, and accidental death & dismemberment insurances.
• Paid time off benefits.
• District and employee contributions to some or most of these benefits.

Schedule

261 days per year - 8 Hour Work Day