School Bus Terminal Leader — Safe Operations & Growth

Lamers Bus Lines, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with companyit

Paid holidays and PTO

FSA & HSA options

Direct deposit

Career growth opportunities

Family-oriented work culture

EOE/AA

Job summary

Lamers Bus Lines, Inc. is seeking a School Bus Terminal Manager to lead a local team ensuring safe, reliable transportation for students and families. You will oversee operations, safety compliance, and fleet maintenance while building customer relationships and growing the business.

The role requires organizational leadership, strong communication, and relevant experience; a CDL license is preferred or willingness to obtain it, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree or 2+ years transportation ops experience.
• Valid CDL Class B or higher with school bus/passenger endorsements or willingness to obtain – training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations including office staff, drivers, and mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Oversee hiring, onboarding, and driver file maintenance for DOT compliance.
• Manage and schedule charter and school bus bookings.
• Maintain fleet condition, coordinate vehicle maintenance, and ensure equipment safety.
• Develop customer relationships and drive new business opportunities.
• Monitor customer billing and payment collections.
• Obtain CDL and occasionally assist with driving.
• Coordinate building and grounds maintenance as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

DOT compliance

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lamers Bus Lines, Inc. is seeking a School Bus Terminal Manager to lead a local team ensuring safe, reliable transportation for students and families. You will oversee operations, safety compliance, and fleet maintenance while building customer relationships and growing the business.

The role requires organizational leadership, strong communication, and relevant experience; a CDL license is preferred or willingness to obtain it, with training provided.