8.0 HR ASSISTANT TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR

Bethlehem Central School District; Delmar (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district seeks a Transportation Supervisor Assistant to manage the maintenance and repair of district vehicles. Key responsibilities include supervising vehicle service, assisting with driver training, and preparing state transportation reports. Applicants must have a high school diploma, experience in automotive repair, and a valid driver’s license with necessary endorsements.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in automotive maintenance and repair or four years experience with passenger vehicles.
• At least one year of supervisory experience required.
• Must possess a valid Class C license with P endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises service and maintenance of school district vehicles.
• Assists in preparing transportation reports and bus route maps.
• Gives road tests and trains new drivers.

Skills

Knowledge of standard transportation methods

Knowledge of automotive repair methods

Knowledge of geography of the district

Knowledge of driving safety practices

Ability to plan and supervise work

Dependability

Education

High school graduation

Job description

Supervises service, maintenance and repair of all school district vehicles in absence of Transportation Supervisor;

Assists in writing specifications for new vehicles and equipment;

Gives road tests to and trains new drivers;

Assists in the preparation of State transportation reports and maps of bus routes;

Assists in keeping a daily record of mileage and number of pupils carries;

Assists in making our periodic reports which include cost of operating each bus on the basis of expenses for gasoline, oil, grease, anti-freeze, parts, labor wages, storage or rental, and other expenses;

Approves all purchases of parts and materials in absence of Transportation Supervisor;

Arranges for all special trips including those for athletic teams;

Assists in the maintenance of time records of bus drivers for payroll purposes;

Assists Automotive Mechanic in prevention maintenance or repair work;

May operates a school bus on an assigned route

Address cover letter and resume to:

Ellen Marie Dorato, Transportation Director

Transportation Department

82 VanDyke Road

Delmar, NY 12054

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of standard transportation methods and the operation of buses; good knowledge of automotive repair methods and of the terminology and tools of the trade; good knowledge of the geography of the district; good knowledge of driving safety practices; working knowledge of the New York State Motor Vehicle Law and applicable regulations of the Public Service Commission; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to keep records and make reports; ability to get along well with others; dependability; good physical condition.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Graduation from high school and either:

1. Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment, supplemented or included by one year of supervisory experience; OR
2. Four (4) years of experience in the operation of multiple passenger vehicles or the dispatching of motor equipment, supplemented or included by one year of supervisory experience; OR
3. An equivalent combination of training and experience as described in A and B above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid Class C license with P endorsement, issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, at the time of appointment. Effective October 1, 2005, school bus drivers as defined by Section 142 of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law must possess an S endorsement on their vehicle license.