Office Assistant Omro

About Lamers Bus Lines

Lamers Bus Lines is a family-focused company that takes pride in being a part of the community. Founded in 1944, we offer employees longevity and stability. Together we work to make sure our passengers enjoy safe and worry-free transportation every time they step on board one of our buses.

About the role

We are looking for motivated, people-focused Office Assistants to join our school bus department. You’ll play a key part in keeping our terminal running smoothly—supporting daily operations, assisting the terminal manager, and stepping in behind the wheel when needed. Your days will include a mix of office responsibilities like coordinating routes, handling phone calls, and entering data, along with opportunities to get out on the road.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate drivers and buses on routes to keep routes and operations running smoothly.
• Accurately place students on routes.
• Communicate with drivers on a daily basis, providing route information and maintaining a good relationship with them.
• Maintain accurate dispatch records for payroll purposes and enter data into the computer.
• Assist and collaborate with area terminals to cover routes and trips.
• Check in drivers and work with a two-way radio during route times and throughout the day.
• Relay messages to drivers and handle concerns.
• Answer incoming calls, handle them if able, or direct to the correct department.
• Fill in on school routes and/or charter trips as necessary as a school bus driver.
• Provide assistance to other staff members if needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of student transportation or commercial transportation operations is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Willingness to obtain a CDL and assist with school bus driving as needed.
• Computer experience in a business or education environment is important.

Benefits

• Compensation based on experience.
• Health insurance program.
• Dental insurance & vision insurance options.
• Life insurance and dependent life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability options.
• Direct deposit.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Paid holidays & PTO.
• FSA and HSA options.
• Career mobility—Lamers promotes from within the company.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Omro, Wisconsin