What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Foreman position at DATTCO?
DATTCO has an opening for a Shop Foreman for our School Bus Fleet Maintenance facility in Durham, CT.
DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned transportation company founded in 1924. We are the largest private passenger transportation company in New England with over 1,900 vehicles on the road. Learn more about us at www.dattco.com.
DATTCO Offers:
- Family-oriented culture and team environment
- Room for advancement we promote from within
- Medical and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k plan with company match
- Flexible spending account
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Primary responsibilities:
- Plan, direct and coordinate the activities of the maintenance shop
- OSHA compliance
- Supervise technicians and maintenance personnel
- Work in coordination with school bus operations
- Maintain good customer relations
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with DATTCOs policies and procedures and all applicable laws
- Ability to train, coach and develop staff
Minimum requirements:
- Must have a minimum 3 years vehicle maintenance supervisory experience, transportation experience preferred.
- Must be able to create teamwork environment.
- Excellent problem-solving techniques in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management and customers.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Windows.
- Complete set of tools.
- Experience with school bus, motor coach and truck repair.
- Lifting up to 75 pounds.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.
