Service Manager - Bus Service Center Operations (Foreman) - 60027327

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure fleet readiness
• Schedule, assign, and oversee daily maintenance and repair workloads
• Perform preventive maintenance services and assist with repairs as operational demands require
• Diagnose and repair computer-controlled vehicle systems using advanced diagnostic tools
• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on engines, transmissions, brake systems, exhaust systems, electrical systems, and cooling systems
• Diagnose, evacuate, recharge, and repair air-conditioning and climate-control systems
• Reduce out-of-service vehicle counts and ensure timely return to service
• Conduct required 30-day, quarterly, and annual vehicle inspections and ensure corrective actions are completed
• Verify accuracy and completeness of AssetWorks work orders and maintenance documentation
• Maintain facility integrity
• Conduct shop and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with standards
• Conduct shop and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with standards
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant shop and work environments
• Ensure tools, equipment, and facilities meet operational and regulatory requirements
• Ensure facilities and shop practices comply with environmental, safety, and departmental standards
• Lead personnel effectiveness
• Supervise, train, and support maintenance staff by managing workloads, attendance, technical development, and performance expectations
• Monitor attendance, schedules, and workload distribution
• Provide instruction, mentoring, and technical guidance to technicians
• Identify training needs and support certification and skill development
• Serve as a technical resource for complex diagnostics and repairs
• Support required certifications, CDL compliance, and professional development
• Address performance concerns and participate in employee-relations processes
• Provide instruction to school bus drivers regarding vehicle operation, defect reporting, and the impact of maintenance practices on safety and reliability
• Deliver consistent service
• Coordinate with Operations Managers and service center leadership regarding maintenance priorities
• Support inventory management, parts usage tracking, and supply control
• Aid in emergency, weather-related, and seasonal transportation operations
• Maintain permits, inspections, and maintenance records in audit-ready condition
• Perform other duties supporting statewide transportation services and agency priorities

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage and perform preventive maintenance and complex repair activities to keep fleet assets service-ready, minimize downtime, and ensure accurate, complete, and timely maintenance documentation
• Schedule, assign, and oversee daily maintenance and repair workloads
• Perform preventive maintenance services and assist with repairs as operational demands require
• Diagnose and repair computer-controlled vehicle systems using advanced diagnostic tools
• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on engines, transmissions, brake systems, exhaust systems, electrical systems, and cooling systems
• Diagnose, evacuate, recharge, and repair air-conditioning and climate-control systems
• Reduce out-of-service vehicle counts and ensure timely return to service
• Conduct required 30-day, quarterly, and annual vehicle inspections and ensure corrective actions are completed
• Verify accuracy and completeness of AssetWorks work orders and maintenance documentation
• Maintain facility integrity
• Conduct shop and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with standards
• Conduct shop and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with standards
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant shop and work environments
• Ensure tools, equipment, and facilities meet operational and regulatory requirements
• Ensure facilities and shop practices comply with environmental, safety, and departmental standards
• Lead personnel effectiveness
• Supervise, train, and support maintenance staff by managing workloads, attendance, technical development, and performance expectations
• Monitor attendance, schedules, and workload distribution
• Provide instruction, mentoring, and technical guidance to technicians
• Identify training needs and support certification and skill development
• Serve as a technical resource for complex diagnostics and repairs
• Support required certifications, CDL compliance, and professional development
• Address performance concerns and participate in employee-relations processes
• Provide instruction to school bus drivers regarding vehicle operation, defect reporting, and the impact of maintenance practices on safety and reliability
• Deliver consistent service
• Coordinate with Operations Managers and service center leadership regarding maintenance priorities
• Support inventory management, parts usage tracking, and supply control
• Aid in emergency, weather-related, and seasonal transportation operations
• Maintain permits, inspections, and maintenance records in audit-ready condition
• Perform other duties supporting statewide transportation services and agency priorities

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Work experience involving the independent performance of job duties directly related to the area of employment
• Four (4) years of mechanical and repair experience in automotive, diesel, or related fields
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger, Tank Vehicle, and Air Brake endorsements within 120 days of employment
• Ability to operate power, hydraulic, electronic, and computerized diagnostic equipment
• Knowledge of school bus maintenance and fleet repair practices
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and inspection systems
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and public service
• Additional comments

Additional Comments

Working Conditions: Work is performed in indoor and outdoor maintenance environments with exposure to noise, grease, fumes, weather conditions, and confined spaces. Adherence to all safety, environmental, and PPE requirements is mandatory.

Career Growth at SCDE Transportation

SCDE Transportation values practical experience, operational knowledge, and leadership readiness. Technical expertise is a strong foundation for effective supervision, and internal advancement is supported through training, mentorship, and clear role progression. SCDE Transportation promotes long-term career growth by helping employees build on hands-on experience, expand skills, and pursue advancement in a stable, mission-driven statewide organization.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance options
• Fifteen (15) days annual leave per year
• Fifteen (15) days sick leave per year
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation (401k) programs
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

The South Carolina Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Note

Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be notified by letter that the position has been filled.