Bus Driving, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Establish Priorities, Interpersonal Skills, Maintenance Services, Operational Audit, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Policy Implementation, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Implementation, Time Management, United States Department of Transportation (DOT), Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Lubbock, TX
POSTED
3 days ago
Primary Purpose:
Assist with district's transportation operations. Ensure safe and efficient operation of transportation department. Oversee maintenance of all district-owned vehicles.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements, or ability to obtain them.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to direct and manage operations of a large fleet of vehicles
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Knowledge of vehicle repair and light maintenance
Ability to conduct on-site inspections of all vehicle repair and maintenance operations
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to use technology to plan, operate, monitor, and evaluate transportation operations
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Experience in transportation and fleet operations and/or as a bus driver preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Transportation and Vehicle Maintenance Operations
Assist Transportation Director with the delivery of transportation services for students and ensure they are picked up and arrive safely and on time.
Oversee preparation and updating of bus routes and schedules for all schools in district and develop plans to meet future transportation needs.
Communicate changes in routes and scheduling to campuses and the public when warranted.
Coordinate transportation for extracurricular activities and special programs.
Assign bus drivers to routes and extracurricular trips and find substitutes as needed.
Monitor fuel deliveries and distribution.
Oversee repair of all district-owned vehicles and preventive maintenance. Ensure vehicle repair requests and work orders are prioritized and processed in a timely manner. Contract for outside services that cannot be performed in shop.