Assistant Shop Foreman, Transportation

Henry County Schools; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in McDonough, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Automotive Supervisor to assist with planning and supervising repairs and maintenance for school buses and other vehicles. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, a valid Georgia CDL, and three years of automotive repair experience, preferably with a supervisory background. This role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining safety standards in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency required.
• Must hold a valid Georgia Class B Commercial Driver's License.
• Three years of experience in truck and automotive repair work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and work assignments.
• Inspect work performed by mechanics and other personnel.
• Supervise service and inspections for all vehicles.

Skills

Automotive repair

Supervision

Safety training

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical school diploma

Job description

• Assist with the planning, organization, and work assignments to mechanics, helpers, and related personnel.
• Inspect work performed by mechanics and other personnel in process and upon completion to ensure proper standards of repair work are maintained.
• Establish and maintain a positive and productive working relationship with drivers, shop personnel, office staff, and other school system employees.
• Inspect tools and equipment for condition and proper use.
• Perform emergency road service or assign mechanics to such service.
• Drive the school bus to assist with road calls and drive routes when needed.
• Supervise the servicing, lubrication, tire repair, and cleaning of bus/automotive equipment.
• Ensure and maintain the safety and security of the workplace.
• Lead and instruct mechanics in the repair and reconditioning of vehicles and other standard and specialized machinery and equipment.
• Supervise service and inspections for all vehicles and make appropriate reports.
• Supervise and evaluate staff as assigned.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE) required; college or technical school diploma preferred.
• Must hold a valid Georgia Class B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger (P), School Bus (S), and air brakes endorsements preferred.
• Must have a combination of experience and training in maintaining, repairing, and rebuilding automotive engines, including diesels. ASE Certification preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in truck and automotive repair work with past experience in supervision preferred.
• Ability to pass annual physical required.
• Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
• Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
• Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting. Ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and crawl.
• Must perform routine and frequent physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, and up to 100 pounds infrequently.
• Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.