Shop Manager

First Student•Charleston, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a Shop Manager in North Charleston, South Carolina. The Shop Manager manages location maintenance operations, directly supervises shop staff, and provides maintenance operational visibility to the Location Manager. The role is primarily responsible for efficient maintenance performance at the location and for ensuring safe working conditions for the fleet serving the surrounding School District. The position requires hands-on work activities in a maintenance shop.

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; training, testing, and bonuses are provided.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Computer skills.
English proficiency.
Ability to work in a crouched position or on a mechanic's dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
May be required to lift 20 to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Schedule and administer fleet maintenance and assist with troubleshooting equipment problems.
Communicate vehicle availability for service to dispatch and other operations personnel.
Oversee shop employees, including hiring, firing, compensation decisions, training and development, work direction, discipline, employee complaints or grievances, and 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 applicable.
Ensure day-to-day compliance with state, federal, and company requirements.
Maintain a safe environment and ensure maintenance activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Review repair orders; order vehicle fuel and parts; and subcontract repair work as needed.
Initiate and implement projects that improve efficiency or reduce operating costs.
Ensure maintenance technicians are trained on current procedures, properly equipped, and motivated to perform maintenance safely, promptly, and cost-effectively.
Supervise bus fueling.
Arrange building and grounds services as needed.
Complete assigned special projects.
Perform hands-on work activities.