Transportation Manager

Pinecrest Academy•Cumming, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Manager has the responsibility for managing the daily operations of the school's transportation needs. The manager also has the responsibility of making sure to adhere to all of Pinecrest Academy's policies, procedures, and Mission Statement. This position reports directly to the Director of Facilities and IT and is classified as Exempt. The work environment may require working after hours and on weekends to ensure the fleet and drivers are in order for the school's transportation needs. This job will require lifting 50lbs+, standing and sitting for extended periods, working at a computer or laptop for extended periods, and driving all of the school's transportation vehicles. Minimal travel is required for this position excluding bus needs.

Requirements

High School or College Degree
Must possess a valid Georgia CDL (Class B) Drivers License
Excellent communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented
Great judgement
Problem solving with the ability to multitask
Works effectively under pressure
Self-motivated
Good time management skills

Responsibilities

Ensures that all vehicles in the Transportation Department are adequately maintained by overseeing or scheduling repair, general and preventative maintenance of the vehicles and other equipment.
Makes sure all Transportation Vehicles and Drivers are current with all State Licensing and DOT Inspections.
Manages the scheduling, driver selection and routes driven for all school bus trips.
Coordinates the rental of charter buses and other vehicles used by the school.
Prepares, compiles, and submits reports on Transportation work activities, operations, vehicle logs, and work related accidents.
Recruits, hires and trains all new bus drivers.
Develops training material and maintains all training records for Transportation Department Drivers.
Drives vehicles to service station for required maintenance.
Drive vehicles on an as need basis to assist with open bus trips.
Monitors road conditions during inclement weather.
Manages and approves the fuel purchasing program for all vehicles.
Coordinates all vehicle purchases, leasing requirements and insurance coverage and compliance. Have a working knowledge of the terms on all leased vehicles and make recommendations on fleet size.
When needed responds to after school functions or/and events emergencies
Meets regularly with the Director of Facilities & IT to provide information on operational issues, development of policies and procedures and departmental staffing.