Transportation Foreman

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Daytona Beach, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Foreman plans, organizes and supervises the scheduling, repair and replacement of all university owned vehicles, and industrial lawn maintenance equipment. Properly diagnose mechanical problems as they arise. Supervise Transportation Department Personnel. Ensure that the entire fleet of university vehicles and lawn maintenance equipment are in a good state of repair at all times, within established budgetary limitations. In addition, this employee acts as Facilities Management's resource for environmental health and safety concerns, including safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and safety training on equipment by working with the University Safety Department.

Requirements

• Formal diploma/certificate program (6–18 months post-high school) in auto mechanics or equivalent experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; experience in repair of gasoline-powered vehicles, including engines, transmissions, electronic systems, rear axles, and drive trains.
• Skills in acetylene and electrical welding, auto bodywork, and painting.
• Knowledge of industrial lawn equipment and proper repair techniques.
• Familiarity with handling and disposal of hazardous materials; DOT/RCRA Hazardous Materials Training Certification compliant.
• Supervisory skills and experience.
• 5–10 years of relevant mechanical/maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and supervises the scheduling, repair and replacement of all university owned vehicles, and industrial lawn maintenance equipment.
• Properly diagnose mechanical problems as they arise.
• Supervise Transportation Department Personnel.
• Ensure that the entire fleet of university vehicles and lawn maintenance equipment are in a good state of repair at all times, within established budgetary limitations.
• Acts as Facilities Management's resource for environmental health and safety concerns, including safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and safety training on equipment by working with the University Safety Department.
• Conduct road tests.
• Perform auto body work and painting as required.
• Establish written guidelines for acquiring contractor quotes on transportation-related items.
• Work with University Safety to dispose of hazardous or active waste found on campus and in facilities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Director.
• Perform personnel actions including interviewing, hiring, and evaluating shop personnel.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees