Assistant Fleet/Garage Manager

MSDWT; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave days

Paid holidays

Retirement contributions (PERF, 401a,

Life, health, dental, and vision ins.

Job summary

Metropolitan School District of Washington Township in Indianapolis seeks an Assistant Fleet/Garage Manager for the Transportation Center. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm; year-round, salaried exempt; salary $72,000 annually.

You will supervise technicians, schedule maintenance, manage parts, and assist with repairs and inspections. Qualifications include a high school diploma, CDL with P/S endorsements or ability to obtain within 6 months, ASE S2 certification, and a mechanical

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge and willingness to learn preventative maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of computerized mechanical diagnostics preferred.
• Must have a mechanical background, knowledge of school buses and diesel-powered vehicles; familiarity with State Police inspections.
• Strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
• Experience using routing software (VersaTrans) and knowledge of Fleet Vision and Trip Tracker.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising technicians in daily garage operations.
• Schedule all off-site vehicle maintenance.
• Advise technicians on repairs procedures and assist to complete repairs.
• Operate all garage machinery and manage fuel systems and inspections.
• Maintain parts inventory and coordinate distribution to technicians; manage warranty claims.

Skills

Computer literacy

Preventive maintenance software

Diagnostics knowledge

Mechanical background

School bus knowledge

Diesel vehicles

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Routing software VersaTrans

Fleet Vision

Trip Tracker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

VersaTrans

Fleet Vision

Trip Tracker

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Metropolitan School District of Washington Township

Metropolitan School District of Washington Township

• Date Posted: 10/7/2026
• Location: Transportation

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.

Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.

JOB DETAILS

Job Title Assistant Fleet/Garage Manager

Education High school diploma or equivalent

Location Transportation Center

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 9:00am � 6:00pm

Calendar Length Year-round

FLSA Classification Salaried, Exempt

Salary/Hourly Rate $72,000 annually

Benefits Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings.

JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Position Purpose / Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Transportation, Associate Director of Transportation, and Fleet/Garage Manager, the Assistant Fleet/Garage Manager is responsible for performing the following duties:

• Assisting in supervising technicians in daily garage operation.
• Scheduling all off-site vehicle maintenance as required.
• Advising and assisting technicians with repairs procedures.
• Assisting technicians as necessary to complete timely repairs.
• Operating all mechanical equipment in the garage.
• Maintaining and facilitating all vehicle brake inspections in accordance with Indiana State Police policies and requirements.
• Utilizing computer applications necessary to operate the garage.
• Managing all parts and supplies for the garage, including ordering, processing, shipping and receiving.
• Coordinating the distribution of parts to garage technicians, managing inventory distribution, and maintaining inventory during all State Bus Inspections.
• Overseeing bus availability and coordinating the movement of buses from shelters for technicians.
• Maintaining fuel system and fuel intake while keeping UST standards up to date.
• Managing and overseeing all fire extinguisher requirements for all buses in the fleet.
• Coordinating with the Fleet Manager to maintain a clean, safe and work-friendly environment.
• Maintaining and facilitating all vehicle and equipment warranty claims.
• Assisting the Director of Transportation and/or Garage Supervisor as needed to assess and drive roadways in inclement weather in order to determine driving conditions.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation, Assistant Director of Transportation and/or Fleet Manager.
• Serving as Acting Fleet Manager when Fleet Manager is absent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Candidates must have basic computer knowledge and the willingness to learn computerized preventative maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of computerized mechanical diagnostics preferred.
• Must have a mechanical background, knowledge of school buses, knowledge of diesel powered vehicles, and working with State Police inspections.
• Must have strong organizational skills, as well as strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have experience using routing software, preferably VersaTrans, as well as knowledge of Fleet Vision and Trip Tracker.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a valid CDL with a P and S endorsements or be able to obtain it within 6 months of hire. CDL will be for bus transport only
• Must have ASE S2 Certification or be able to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Prior experience in garage functions required.

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

PERCENT OF TIME

Seldom = Less than 25%

Occasional = 26 to 50%

Often = 51 to 75%

Very Frequent = 76% and above

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Very Frequent

Ability to carry more than 50 pounds

Very Frequent

Amount to lift more than 50 pounds

Very Frequent

Amount of force to push/pull up to more than 50pounds

Very Frequent

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations

Often

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter

Very Frequent

Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels

Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation

Very Frequent

Ability to operate office equipment

Very Frequent

Ability to reach in all directions

Very Frequent

Climbing

Often

Often

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.