Fleet/Mechanic Supervisor (Lead Shop Foreman)

Manage and supervise the vehicle maintenance program of all district-owned vehicles. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education/Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent Associate’s Degree preferred ASE Master Certification desired Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of maintenance software Knowledge of inventory and part ordering procedures Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines Knowledge of air and hydraulic brake systems Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems Personal Computer skills General mechanical skills Experience: Five years of mechanical experience Three years of supervisory experience is preferred Previous experience as maintenance shop foreman preferred MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Support the educational goals of the district. Contribute to the recommendation of sound policies directed toward program improvement. Work with the Associate Director of Transportation in the design and implementation of innovations or improvements in the operation of the vehicle maintenance division. Supervise the district’s vehicle maintenance program. Develop training programs for vehicle maintenance personnel. Evaluate the job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness. Make sound recommendations to the Associate Director of Transportation regarding personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal. Assist the Associate Director of Transportation in formulating budgets specific to the vehicle maintenance program. Responsible for compiling, filing, and maintaining all reports specific to the vehicle maintenance program. Implement plans for preventative maintenance schedules for all district-owned vehicles. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for all transportation department staff. Regular attendance: must be willing and able to report to work at the designated work site on a regular daily basis according to established work schedule. Work with the district’s Purchasing Manager to establish an effective parts management and inventory system. Maintain a computerized inventory of parts and supplies for the vehicle maintenance program. Use thirty percent (30%) of work time towards actual mechanical work. Follow district policy concerning uniforms. Comply with all state, district, and departmental policies and procedures. Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise and evaluate the performance of mechanics, mechanic helpers, and other personnel assigned to the vehicle maintenance program. EQUIPMENT USED: Personal Computer, office supplies, telephone; hand tools, hydraulic jacks, electric drills, electric grinders, air drills, air grinders, air chisels, hand trucks, forklifts, hydraulic lift gates, high-pressure washers, ladders; motor vehicles including school bus, two-way radio. WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal), concentration, reasoning skills, reading, instructing, and emotional control in stressful situations Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to conduct on-site inspections of all vehicle repair and maintenance operations. Driving, walking, lifting (under 50lbs.); inside and outside work; temperature extremes; humidity extremes; noise; slippery surfaces; sunlight exposure; working with hands in water and cleaning products; working under and around vehicles; wearing safety eyewear; works around moving objects and vehicles. School district employees may be required to work from home and use their personal electronic devices.