Fleet Operations Assistant

Dodge City Housing; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dodge City Community College is seeking a Fleet Operations Assistant to support daily fleet operations under the Fleet Manager. You will clean, fuel, and prepare fleet vehicles, perform inspections, and assist with moving vehicles for service.

There is potential to drive buses once credentials are obtained. Successful candidates will have a GED or high school diploma, a Kansas driver’s license, and the ability to operate maintenance tools.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Mechanical knowledge with any applicable certifications.

Responsibilities

• Understand and commit to the Mission of the College.
• Inspect tires, brakes, wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment.
• Fuel and clean vehicles after travel.
• Report malfunctions or repairs needed.
• Clean and maintain buses and bus restrooms after trips.
• Make minor repairs to filters, wipers, or lights as needed.
• Assist with moving vehicles to offsite service locations.
• Clean, disinfect, and detail all fleet vehicles.
• Adhere to College policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Bus operation

Clear communication

Education

GED or high school diploma

CDL with passenger endorsement (preferred)

Tools

Maintenance tools & equipment

Job description

Business Name: Dodge City Community College

Job Title: Fleet Operations Assistant

Short Description: Under the general direction of the Fleet Manager the position will perform daily cleaning, washing, preparation and service of fleet vehicles. The Fleet Assistant will be responsible for fueling vehicles and then moving them back inside after completion of trips. This position will assist in the movement of vehicles for service and other purposes. This position will also have ability to drive buses after obtaining the proper credentials. Strive to provide excellent customer service in a professional and congenial manner.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Clerical, Business & Retail, Education & Childcare, Transportation

Full Description:

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• To understand and commit to the Mission of the College ~ Dodge City Community College provides a student-centered learning environment where students can achieve their educational, personal, and career goals.
• Complete inspections and check the condition of all vehicles’ tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment.
• Complete Fueling, interior and exterior cleaning of vehicle after travel.
• Report any malfunctions or repairs needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining buses as well as checking and cleaning bus restrooms after travels have been completed.
• Make minor repairs to vehicles including filters, wipers, or lights where necessary.
• Assist with moving vehicles to offsite service locations.
• Perform cleaning, disinfecting and detailing of all fleet vehicles.
• Responsible for conformance with the policies as established by the College's Board of Trustees and the procedures that apply to the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

The above job description supersedes all previous description. This description is intended to be a tool to describe the primary purpose of the job and the Essential Functions and Responsibilities. The job description may not be inclusive of all duties and job responsibilities. Administration has the right to add to or change the job responsibilities to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods at any time.

Required Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma
• Valid Kansas driver’s license
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment
• Mechanical Knowledge with any applicable certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL with passenger endorsement

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Physical Requirements

• With or without assistance
• Ability to drive a bus for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry 25-45 lb. loads over 50 yd.
• Ability to work on feet (standing, walking, constant movement)
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, climb, crawl, and lift objects
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate clearly with other employees.

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