Willingness to participate in ASE certification program
Valid driver's license required; must obtain CDL while employed
5+ years of hands-on mechanical supervisory experience
Good written and oral communication skills
Computer skills including industry-specific software
Responsibilities
Manage scheduling and administration of fleet maintenance activities
Supervise hiring, training, and performance management of shop staff
Collaborate with location and regional management on maintenance and budget
Ensure compliance with State, Federal, and Company safety standards
Review repair orders and manage parts and fuel orders
Initiate efficiency improvement projects within the shop
Train and equip maintenance technicians for effective operations
Oversee bus fueling and potentially other facility maintenance tasks
Benefits
Full benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid holidays and PTO
Monday through Friday full-time schedule
Opportunities for ASE certification training and bonuses
Full Job Description
The Shop manager manages all location maintenance operations and provides shop staff oversight. Directly supervises shop staff. Provides maintenance operational visibility to the Location Manager. Assumes primary responsibility for managing efficient maintenance performance of the location. Ensures safe working condition of fleet supporting the Soldotna School District.
We Offer:
Annual Salary: $80,000 - $83,200 based on skills and experience
Schedule: Monday through Friday, full time shift
Full benefits including health, dental, vision, & 401(k)
Paid holidays and PTO
Major Responsibilities
Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and other operations personnel.
In relation to subordinates, is responsible for hiring; firing; approving salary increases or decreases; training and employee development; planning and directing the work; disciplining; handling employee complaints or grievances; and handling performance reviews.
Works closely with the location manager and region maintenance management providing status of maintenance and budget requirements. May review financial and budget variances, review repair orders or code and approve account payable documents.
Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements. Ensures a safe environment exists and that all maintenance and related activities are in conformance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Reviews repair orders. May order fuel for vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work.
Initiates and implements projects that improve efficiency and/or reduces operating costs.
Ensures that maintenance technicians are trained on current operating procedures, are properly equipped, and motivated so that the maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner.
Supervises bus fueling. May arrange services for building and ground keeping.
Completes special projects as assigned. Required to perform hands-on work activities.
Minimum Education or Certifications Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Technical training preferred
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided)
Valid driver's license required; willingness to obtain CDL while employed - we provide training
Minimum Experience or Skills Required
5+ years of hands-on mechanical supervisory experience
May require lifting of 20 to 50 lbs
Good written and oral communication skills
Computer skills
Industry experience repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment is preferred
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Maintenance Shop
Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic's dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment; subjected to dust, dirt, and grease conditions.
