What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Manager position at State of Nebraska?
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Job Description:
In this role, you will oversee the activities of the Transportation Department, including scheduling, maintenance, safety, purchasing, insurance, and reporting for all assigned vehicles and equipment.
Hours: 7:30am-4pm Monday-Friday with flexibility
Starting wage: $19.180/hour, plus an additional $3/hour for every hour worked! (Pay may be commensurate with education and/or experience, if within fiscal constraints and approved. )
As a Transportation Manager your job duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Coordinate transportation and vehicle scheduling to various locations in the state to ensure proper vehicle usage and the safe delivery of people and goods.
- Ensure proper vehicle maintenance and safety on all assigned vehicles and equipment to meet maintenance schedules and agency standards and requirements.
- Requisition shop supplies and vehicle maintenance parts to ensure an adequate stock for timely maintenance and repairs.
- Develop and monitor the transportation department budget to ensure the adequate upkeep of vehicles and equipment and a cost effective operation.
- Coordinate in-service programs to instruct staff on the safety, function, and operation of vehicles and equipment to ensure their safe and proper use.
- Develop specifications for the acquisition of new vehicles and equipment and follows through on purchase approval to maintain an adequate fleet of transportation property.
- Supervise and evaluates the work of the transportation staff; recommends personnel actions related to selection, discipline, performance, leave, grievances, work schedules, and assignments.
- Complete reports, documents, correspondence, and transactions related to transportation functions and vehicle and equipment maintenance to meet state record-keeping and documentation requirements.
- Coordinate daily and special activity schedules for on campus vehicles.
- Transport Individuals to appointments as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: High school education plus experience in automotive and heavy equipment mechanics; supervisory experience is desirable.
Other: A valid Nebraska Commercial Driver’s License is required. Candidates can obtain their Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of employment.
Knowledge of: state laws and agency policies pertaining to the transportation of people and goods; state laws and agency policies pertaining to the acquisition, purchase, operation, upkeep, and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment; state budget requirements and procedures. Transporting methods and vehicle scheduling; vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair; safe operation and proper function of a variety of vehicles and equipment; the tools, equipment, materials, and methods used in vehicle maintenance; safety procedures.
Ability to: exercise judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions; assign and supervise the work of others; coordinates in-service programs; instruct others in safety procedures. Operate a variety of tools and mechanical equipment; understand and apply instructions and directives; communicate effectively.
Skill in: advanced mechanics. Managing a department; supervising and evaluating the work of others.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Instructions for Applying
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