Shop Manager

First Student•Woodburn, OR

8d•$89,100•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a Shop Manager in Woodburn, Oregon. The Shop Manager oversees all maintenance operations at the location, directly supervises shop staff, provides maintenance status and operational visibility to the Location Manager, and is primarily responsible for efficient maintenance performance. The role helps ensure the fleet serving the surrounding School District is safe and in working condition. The position is full time and year round, Monday through Friday, with varying hours between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. It includes hands-on work activities and work in a maintenance shop. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of hands-on mechanical supervisory experience.
Valid driver's license.
Willingness to obtain a CDL while employed; training is provided.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Computer skills.
English proficiency for job-related communications.
May require lifting 20 to 50 pounds.
Ability to work crouched or lying on a mechanic's dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical training preferred.
Industry experience repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule and administer fleet maintenance, help troubleshoot equipment problems, and communicate vehicle availability for service to dispatch and other operations personnel.
Manage subordinate employees, including hiring, firing, approving salary increases or decreases, training and development, planning and directing work, discipline, handling complaints or grievances, and conducting performance reviews.
Work with the Location Manager and regional maintenance management to provide maintenance status and budget requirements.
Review financial and budget variances, repair orders, and accounts payable documents as needed.
Ensure day-to-day compliance with state, federal, and company requirements, and maintain a safe environment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Review repair orders; order vehicle fuel and parts; and arrange subcontracted repair work as needed.
Initiate and implement projects to improve efficiency or reduce operating costs.
Ensure maintenance technicians are trained on current procedures, properly equipped, and motivated to complete maintenance safely, on time, and cost-effectively.
Supervise bus fueling and arrange building and grounds services as needed.
Complete special projects as assigned.
Perform hands-on work activities.