Shop Manager & Lead Mechanic

Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic

Student Transportation of America (STA) is one of the largest providers of contracted transportation in North America. We are seeking a Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic to coordinate maintenance/mechanical needs. This manager would be responsible for the coordination, scheduling and auditing of maintenance repairs to include preventative, mechanical and electrical repair for vehicles in the terminal fleet. You will have access to technology, tools and training.

The Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic is responsible for working with the Corporate Maintenance Director, Terminal Manager, Maintenance Manager and Technicians to ensure the maintenance operations runs smoothly and to the standards of Student Transportation of America, State and Federal Regulations. The successful candidate will be expected to work alongside technicians and performing maintenance and repair tasks as needed while overseeing shop operations.

Specific duties include:

• Works directly with Terminal Manager in supervising maintenance staff (including hiring and disciplinary actions), assisting work when necessary, coordinating and assists during leaves, evaluates performance, provided technical training and safety training.
• Ensures fleet inspections and repairs are performed as outlined in the STA Policies and Procedures Manual and in accordance with State and Federal Regulation in both time and mileage intervals.
• Ensures all defects noted on PM inspections and drivers defect reports are being repaired in a timely manner and no vehicle is released for use with any defects that affect the safe operation. Prepares reports on work assignments and performs quality control inspections on completed repair work.
• Assists in tracking warranty and recall repairs.
• Ensures staff maintains accurate and complete maintenance documentation and other records. Must be able to lift to 50lbs and to operate all shop equipment and supervise other maintenance staff. Ensures staff maintains a clean, safe shop.
• Ensure that all the above is handled in an efficient, cost-effective manner. Assists in coordinating work schedules with operations.
• Helps develop and implement quality control programs. Provided technical advice as needed to other departments.
• Performs research in maintenance techniques, write reports and memorandums as required.
• Assists in the evaluation for vehicle replacements.
• Coordinates the use of outside vendors and verifies performance of those vendors.
• Provides technical assistance in the preparation of service contract and administers those contracts.
• Audits and helps control the parts, tools, and fuel inventories.
• Ensures the accuracy of those inventories and their support system. Assist the Corporate Fleet Maintenance Director in drafting and implementing of policies and procedures.
• Provide recommendations concerning equipment requirements, specification, and annual bus replacements.
• Ability to respond to after-hours and emergency situations when required. May, on occasion, be required to drive as a substitute driver for any route or activity. Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge and skills required include:

• Knowledge of tools, procedures, technical skills, and safety rules used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered equipment. PC skills (use of Microsoft Office applications), written and verbal communication skills, and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to deal with problems and find solutions. Should provide excellent customer service to external and internal customers.
• Must have knowledge of Federal and State regulations, including EPA and OSHA requirements. Operational principles of motorized gasoline, diesel and alternative fueled vehicles, and shop equipment and tools.
• Supervisory methods and training techniques. Scheduling and setting priorities for work to be accomplished.
• Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects. Interpret and work from drawings, specifications, and other technical materials.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Fleet Managements. ASE Certification(s) a plus.

Requirements include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized vehicle and equipment repair courses.
• At least two (3) years' experience as a technician in the school bus, trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License with CDL, passenger and school bus endorsement. Or able to get one in 90 days of employment.
• Ability to safely lift over 50 lbs.
• Provide own hand tools required for regular maintenance.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person