Foreman, Transportation

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Plans and supervises the work of assistant shop foreman, mechanics, helpers, and other related personnel in the repair and maintenance of buses and related equipment

• Plans and assigns work to mechanics, helpers, and related personnel;
  Schedules workload priorities
• Inspects work in process and upon completion as performed by mechanics and other personnel to ensure that proper standards of repair work are maintained
• Inspects tools and equipment for condition and to ensure proper use
• Performs emergency road service or assigns mechanics to such service
• Coordinates and monitors the servicing, lubrication, tire repair, and cleaning of bus/automotive equipment
• Maintains the safety and security of the workplace
• Leads and instructs mechanics in the repair and reconditioning of vehicles, other standard and specialized machinery and equipment
• Observes performance of subordinates in inspection, overhaul, repair, and modification of equipment
• Monitors service and inspections for all vehicles and submits appropriate report
• Esures parts and supplies are ordered, received, and distributed
• Maintains all inventory procedures involving shop equipment, supplies, and parts
• Reviews all defects discovered by the bus driver and resolves appropriately
• Completes work orders and ensures that parts and related information are listed
• Ensures all federal, state, and local mandates are met for inspection and repair of school bus fleet
• Ensures office and shop coverage in case of absences
• Maintains the shop in a clean and orderly fashion
• Establishes and maintains a positive and productive working relationship with drivers, shop personnel, office staff, and other District employees
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Associate’s Degree required or equivalent experience (2 years of similar work level experience = 1 year of college); A combination of experience and education may be used to meet the Associate’s Degree requirement in a related field or In lieu of degree, Supervisor certification with Vehicle Maintenance Concentration earned through National Association for Pupil transportation (NAPT) may be considered

Valid certificate(s) in Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician or ASE Master School Bus technician required

Valid Class B Commercial Driver License with S, P and air brake endorsements required

Must have an excellent driving record

Minimum 5 years of experience in truck, automotive repair, and/or school bus repair work required;
Experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred

• Computer skills required to include diagnostics for diesel and gas vehicles, troubleshooting, and record keeping
• Skills in fleet maintenance software required
• Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with District personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groupsof people
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

• Hazardous physical conditions (mechanical parts, electrical current, etc.)
• Atmospheric conditions (exposure to fumes, odors, dust, grease)
• Exposure to extreme temperatures

• Exerting up to 100lbs force occasionally and/or up to 50lbs force frequently
• Exerting up to 20lbs force constantly
• Requires balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone .TTY

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