Manager, Garage Operations

The School District of Lee County Lee County Public Schools
- Fort Myers, Florida Open in Google Maps

The School District of Lee County Lee County Public Schools
- Fort Myers, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job : 5850713
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 4:45 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Automotive/Diesel Technology, Transportation Management, Business Administration, Mechanical Technology, or a closely related field.
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in school bus, heavy-duty vehicle, or fleet maintenance, including leadership in transportation.
• Valid Florida commercial Class B (CDL) driver’s license with School Bus (S), Passenger Vehicle (P), Tank Vehicle (N), Hazardous Materials (H) and Air Brake endorsements.
• Valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in School Bus S-series, Automobile and Light Truck A-series, and Advanced Level Specialist Certification in L-series.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience managing transportation garage operations in a public school district or comparable organization.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck (T Series).
• Knowledge of alternative-fuel and electric vehicle technologies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of fleet maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the transportation department
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of best practices in school bus and heavy-duty vehicle repair, inspection, and preventive maintenance.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Skill in planning, scheduling, and evaluation the efficiency and effectiveness of garage operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work with and lead diverse groups of people and manage projects and activities to successful completion.

Revised: 05/12/2026

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Plan, direct, and oversee daily garage operations, including repair, inspection, and preventive maintenance of school buses and support vehicles.
• Supervise and evaluate garage supervisors, lead mechanics, and maintenance staff.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs in compliance with Florida Department of Education (FDOE), Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff through professional development and performance evaluations.
• Oversee required safety inspections and maintain compliance documentation and reports.
• Plan, schedule daily work, organize, adjust workloads of staff, and prioritize repairs to assure efficient operations of the garage and availability of buses.
• Assist in developing and managing the garage operations budget; approve purchases and monitor expenditures for tools, parts, and equipment.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, control costs, and recommend operational improvements.
• Collaborate with district administrators, vendors, and external agencies regarding fleet and compliance issues.
• Monitor the use of fleet management systems, work orders, and diagnostic tools to improve efficiency and accountability.
• Develop long-term fleet replacement and acquisition schedules in coordination with the Director of Transportation.
• Provide technical assistance in diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ensure safe work practices, regulatory compliance, and staff adherence to workplace safety standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Revised: 05/12/2026

U12, $62,301.60, 255 days

Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.

Position Type: Full-time

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