Office Assistant Appleton

Overview

Lamers Bus Lines is looking for motivated, people-focused Office Assistants to join our school bus department in a full-time role. You’ll play a key part in keeping our terminal running smoothly—supporting daily operations, assisting the terminal manager, and stepping in behind the wheel when needed. Your days will include a mix of office responsibilities like coordinating routes, handling phone calls, and entering data, along with opportunities to get out on the road.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and a positive attitude are a must.

• Knowledge of student transportation or commercial transportation operations is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required. Must be detail-oriented.
• Willingness to obtain CDL and assist with school bus driving as needed.
• Computer experience in a business or education environment is important.

• Coordinate drivers and buses on routes. Keep routes/and operations operating smoothly.
• Accurately place students on routes.
• Communicate with drivers on a daily basis. Provide route information and maintain a good relationship with drivers.
• Maintain accurate dispatch records for payroll purposes. Enter data into computer.
• Assist and collaborate with area terminals to cover routes and trips.
• Check in drivers and work with two-way radio during route times and throughout the day. Relay messages to drivers and handle concerns.
• Answer incoming calls. Handle if able to, or direct to correct department.
• Fill in on school routes and/or charter trips as necessary as a school bus driver.
• Provide assistance to other staff members if needed.

Benefits include: Compensation based on experience, Health insurance program, Dental insurance & vision insurance options, Life insurance, Dependent life insurance, Short- and long-term disability options, Direct deposit, 401(k) program with company match, Paid holidays & PTO, FSA and HSA options, and career mobility. Lamers promotes from within the company.

Lamers Bus Lines is a family-focused company that takes pride in being a part of the community. Lamers was founded in 1944 and offers employees longevity and stability. Together we work to make sure our passengers enjoy safe and worry-free transportation every time they step on board one of our buses. Lamers Bus Lines is an EOE/AA employer.