Shop Manager III

First Student • North Huntingdon Township, PA

13d • $82,000 - $86,000

About The Position

The Shop Manager manages all maintenance operations at the location and directly oversees shop staff. The manager is primarily responsible for efficient maintenance performance and ensuring safe working conditions for the fleet serving the surrounding school district. The role provides maintenance operational visibility to the Location Manager and works closely with location and regional maintenance management on maintenance status and budget requirements. The position is based in a maintenance shop in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, and requires hands-on work activities. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of hands-on mechanical supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program.
• Willingness to obtain a CDL while employed.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.
• Ability to work in a crouched position or on one's back on a mechanic's dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
• May be required to lift 20 to 50 pounds.
• Work takes place in a maintenance shop and may involve exposure to dust, dirt, and grease.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training preferred.
• 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 with dispatch and other operations personnel.
• Manage direct reports, including hiring and firing, salary recommendations, training and development, work planning and direction, discipline, employee complaints or grievances, and performance reviews.
• Coordinate with the Location Manager and regional maintenance management regarding 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 working environment that conforms to company policies and regulations.
• 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 perform maintenance safely, promptly, and cost-effectively.
• Supervise bus fueling and arrange building and grounds services as needed.
• Complete assigned special projects and perform hands-on work activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Career advancement opportunities in operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles across more than 540 locations in the United States and Canada.
• ASE certification training, testing, and bonuses are provided.
• CDL training is provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED