Fleet Manager

Jobsitemnasa; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 42,140 - 44,014; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

ASE premium $2.05/hr

Job summary

Jobsitemnasa in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Fleet Manager for a full-time, twelve-month position. The role pays hourly wages from $30.59 to $31.95, plus $2.05 extra per hour for ASE-certified employees, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance and repair of district vehicles to keep them safe, reliable, and compliant with student transportation regulations. The candidate will supervise staff, maintain records, and ensure operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota CDL with school bus endorsement.
• Knowledge of regulations governing school buses and pupil transportation.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of school buses and district vehicles.
• Ability to supervise and train employees.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, monitor, direct, and assist with the maintenance and repair of district vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant with regulations for student transportation.
• Oversee documentation and maintenance records.
• Lead maintenance staff and training.

Skills

CDL with school bus endorsement

Maintenance & repair knowledge

Leadership / supervision

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Bidding & purchasing

Record keeping

Job description

This is a full‑time, twelve‑month position classified at Job Level 10, with an hourly wage range of $30.59 to $31.95. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Employees who hold a current ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification will receive an additional $2.05 per hour.

Responsibilities

The Fleet Manager is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, directing, and assisting with the maintenance and repair of all district vehicles. This position ensures that district vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant with all applicable regulations for the transportation of students and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing school buses and pupil transportation.
• Valid Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with school bus endorsement.
• Professional business practices related to bidding, quoting, and purchasing.
• Knowledge of vehicle recalls, warranties, and related compliance requirements.
• Ability to supervise, train, and support employees.
• Experience and knowledge in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other district vehicles.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational readiness of the district’s transportation fleet.

Bemidji Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator