Assistant Fleet/Garage Manager

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.

If you are applying for this position using an outside job board (i.e. Indeed), please visit our website directly to apply at www.msdwt.k12.in.us/careers.

JOB DETAILS

JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Prior experience in garage functions required.

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.