Fleet Manager, Transportation

Midland Independent School District•Midland, TX

About The Position

Manage a safe, efficient, and effective vehicle maintenance program for the District’s school buses and assigned white fleet vehicles. Coordinate maintenance operations at MISD’s Transportation and fueling facilities. Assist the Shop Supervisor in providing leadership and supervision to shop employees. Develop short and long term vehicles needs for the District and develop strategic plans to meet the fleet requirements and identifying significant improvement opportunities which will enhance the MISD fleet. Develop budget goals and review cost reports to determine the effectiveness of the District’s fleet maintenance operation. Make recommendations to the Director for all maintenance related bids and purchases. Meet and provide support to Department Managers to help ensure that their fleet needs are met.

Requirements

Bachelor or Associate Degree
Valid Class B Texas Commercial Driver’s License with P & S Endorsement
Must obtain ASE Certification within 1 year of employment
Successful completion of Texas Department of Public Safety Certification Course
Must pass an annual DOT physical examination by an appropriate health professional designated by the employer.
Valid Texas Driver’s License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD’s vehicle safety and use program
Computer Literate
Texas School Bus Driver Safety Certification
Extensive training in vehicle repair
Proficient in Fleet Management software. (RTA)
Proficient in Microsoft including Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work within deadlines and handle interruptions
Ability to communicate effectively with managers, supervisors, and axillary departments
Knowledge of parts room operations
Knowledge of diesel and gas engine maintenance, diagnostics, and repair
Ability to meet the physical demands of mechanical repairs
Ability to operate all shop equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
Acceptable driving record
Must pass random drug and alcohol test
Clearance on criminal background check
Minimum of five (5) years Shop Supervisor experience.
Minimum ten (10 years of automotive and/or school bus maintenance operations experience.
Ensure that tools, equipment, and machinery are operated and stored according to prescribed safety procedures.
Ensure that safety procedures and techniques used to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. are practiced by shop employees.
Correct unsafe conditions in work areas and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Ensure that hazardous materials are properly stored and used, and have proper signage.
Inspect and track performance of repair work performed by mechanics
Inspect and approve work done by outside contractors.
Review and approve completed work orders.
Ensure that state safety inspections for all district vehicles are performed properly and timely.
Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
Order equipment and supplies and maintain accurate records.
Recommend replacement of existing equipment.
Conduct annual inventory of physical equipment and supplies.
Ensure the upkeep and appearance of shop and parking lot area.
Work irregular hours and respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Establish on-call mechanic support.
Maintain records required by TECQ concerning maintenance and inspection of fuel dispensing systems.
Assist the Shop Supervisor with recruiting, screening, training, and evaluation of shop employees.
Train mechanics on mechanical diagnostic procedures.
Evaluate performance of mechanics and recommend training programs as needed.
Establish training programs for all mechanics and shop personnel.
Implement work standards for all jobs and evaluate the performance of mechanics.
Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate records of all labor/materials/supplies utilized in the shops.
Determine long term goals and strategies to manage effective maintenance, repair, cost, tracking, specifications, purchasing and retirement of fleet.
Oversees maintenance of all vehicles, shop equipment, and fuel islands in Transportation.
Operational knowledge of the Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection requirements.
Oversee the Department’s Preventive Maintenance Program.
Responsible for performing technician duties on Van Hool and other District fleet.
Responsible for checking buses for specific standards of performance and operation.
Development and management of a bus warranty shop program.
Oversee all school bus warranty claims, warranty work, and bus recalls notices.
Work closely with Mechanic Shop Supervisor
Ability to manage total fleet budget.
Be familiar with the usage of Infofinder LE.
Know how to use the Zonar Location and Path reports.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.
Must have CDL with “P” and “S” endorsements.
Subject to drive school bus.
Inventory of all parts, check in and out of parts, and proper storage. Maintain and clean parts room.
Ensure that tools, equipment, and machinery are operated and stored according to prescribed safety procedures.
Ensure that safety procedures and techniques used to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. are practiced by shop employees.
Correct unsafe conditions in work areas and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Ensure that hazardous materials are properly stored and used, and have proper signage.
Inspect and track performance of repair work performed by mechanics
Inspect and approve work done by outside contractors.
Review and approve completed work orders.
Ensure that state safety inspections for all district vehicles are performed properly and timely.
Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
Order equipment and supplies and maintain accurate records.
Recommend replacement of existing equipment.
Conduct annual inventory of physical equipment and supplies.
Ensure the upkeep and appearance of shop and parking lot area.
Work irregular hours and respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Establish on-call mechanic support.
Maintain records required by TECQ concerning maintenance and inspection of fuel dispensing systems.
Assist the Shop Supervisor with recruiting, screening, training, and evaluation of shop employees.
Train mechanics on mechanical diagnostic procedures.
Evaluate performance of mechanics and recommend training programs as needed.
Establish training programs for all mechanics and shop personnel.
Implement work standards for all jobs and evaluate the performance of mechanics.
Other duties as assigned by the Director.