Foreman, Transportation

Plans and supervises the work of assistant shop foreman, mechanics, helpers, and other related personnel in the repair and maintenance of buses and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and assigns work to mechanics, helpers, and related personnel
• Schedules workload priorities
• Inspects work in process and upon completion as performed by mechanics and other personnel to ensure that proper standards of repair work are maintained
• Inspects tools and equipment for condition and to ensure proper use
• Performs emergency road service or assigns mechanics to such service
• Coordinates and monitors the servicing, lubrication, tire repair, and cleaning of bus/automotive equipment
• Maintains the safety and security of the workplace
• Leads and instructs mechanics in the repair and reconditioning of vehicles, other standard and specialized machinery and equipment
• Observes performance of subordinates in inspection, overhaul, repair, and modification of equipment
• Monitors service and inspections for all vehicles and submits appropriate report
• Ensures parts and supplies are ordered, received, and distributed
• Maintains all inventory procedures involving shop equipment, supplies, and parts
• Reviews all defects discovered by the bus driver and resolves appropriately
• Completes work orders and ensures that parts and related information are listed
• Ensures all federal, state, and local mandates are met for inspection and repair of school bus fleet
• Ensures office and shop coverage in case of absences
• Maintains the shop in a clean and orderly fashion
• Establishes and maintains a positive and productive working relationship with drivers, shop personnel, office staff, and other District employees
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree required or equivalent experience (2 years of similar work level experience = 1 year of college); a combination of experience and education may be used to meet the Associate’s Degree requirement in a related field
• In lieu of degree, Supervisor certification with Vehicle Maintenance Concentration earned through National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) may be considered
• Valid certificate(s) in Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician or ASE Master School Bus technician required
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver License with S, P and air brake endorsements required
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Minimum 5 years of experience in truck, automotive repair, and/or school bus repair work required
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred

Skills

• Computer skills required to include diagnostics for diesel and gas vehicles, troubleshooting, and record keeping
• Skills in fleet maintenance software required
• Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with District personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

• Hazardous physical conditions (mechanical parts, electrical current, etc.)
• Atmospheric conditions (exposure to fumes, odors, dust, grease)
• Exposure to extreme temperatures

Physical Demands

• Exerting up to 100lbs force occasionally and/or up to 50lbs force frequently
• Exerting up to 20lbs force constantly
• Requires balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions