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Mechanic Foreman - Transportation

Transportation
Horsham, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/1/2050

 

POSITION TITLE:         Vehicle Mechanic Foreman

 

REPORTS TO:             Director of Transportation                     

 

TYPE:                           Support           

 

FLSA:                          Non-exempt     

 

POSITION GOAL:        To keep the District’s vehicles and equipment in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the education program or the operation of the School District.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervise the diagnosing, assigning and repairing of District vehicles and maintenance equipment, and inspect the work of mechanics.
  • Establish an efficient and effective system of routing automotive maintenance and preventative care.
  • Set up and supervise a system for the receipt and issuance of parts and supplies, inventory, and record maintenance.
  • Assist in the recruitment, screening, training, and evaluation of mechanics.
  • Promote high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in all work-connected areas.
  • Perform repairs to vehicles as needed to maintain operating excellence.
  • Establish a routine for the preparation of all school buses for annual State Police summer inspections.
  • Schedule major repairs to all vehicles with outside contractors, if needed.
  • Drive school van or bus routes as requested or in an emergency.
  • Assist the Director of Transportation in problems pertaining to the Transportation Department, and in writing specifications for District vehicle fleet and equipment.
  • Start all vehicles at 5:00 A.M. to prepare for the morning runs and in cold weather.
  • Enter data daily in maintenance program to track vehicle work history and materials/parts utilized.
  • On call 24/7 to respond to emergencies and breakdowns within school district operations.
  • Responsible for the purchasing of parts, materials and supplies for the bus garage.
  • Responsible for various line items within the transportation budget and to advise the director of any shortfalls.
  • Repair and inspect all vehicles for the Operations Department as well as equipment used by the ground crews.
  • Review all invoices for parts and materials and submit same for payment.
  • May be asked to report to vehicle accident scene either with the director of transportation or alone to verify vehicle drivability and collect information.
  • As an essential employee you will be responsible to assist with clearing the bus lot and vehicles after a weather emergency. Due to the unpredictability of such events this could include nights or weekends and would need to be a priority to assure vehicles are accessible and ready to run on the next school day.

 

 

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of automotive systems and the ability to explain systems and repairs to others in general terms
  • Appropriate technical certifications
  • Ability to assist in diagnosing vehicle problems and interpret work orders
  • Ability and desire to ensure vehicles are repaired correctly the first time
  • Ability to diagnose vehicle problems other than those on the work order or described by a transportation employee
  • Ability to estimate the time of service or repair job for purposes of efficient scheduling
  • Ability to maintain communication with Service Consultants and Parts Department
  • Knowledge of approved and established procedures for warranty repairs and to ensure technicians follow the policies
  • Ability to stay current by attending technical training schools and by reading and understanding service manuals, technical bulletins, etc.
  • Knowledge of and ability to comply with the quality control & inspection requirements of the School District Transportation Department

 

 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  The Vehicle Mechanic Foreman will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by the Director of Transportation.

 

 

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS – Vehicle Mechanic Foreman

 

Work Year:                  Full-time Position, 12 months (July 1 - June 30)

 

Supervises:                 Vehicle mechanics and helpers

                                    Summer helpers

 

Physical Demands:      Active movement on a regular basis

                                    Must be able to use hands, to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with                                      hands and arms

                                    Heavy lifting - up to 100 pounds

                                    Frequent carrying - up to 40 pounds

                                    Ability to bend, stoop, and twist

                                    Ability to climb, kneel, and squat

                                    Ability to reach overhead and at shoulder level

 

Sensory Abilities:        Visual acuity to be able to maintain District vehicles and equipment                                      Depth perception to be able to judge distance from objects

                                   

Work Environment:     Inside and outside year round                           

 

Temperament:             Ability to work as a member of a team

                                    Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented

 

Cognitive Ability:        Ability to read, write and do simple computation.

                                    Ability to communicate effectively with others.

                                    Ability to follow written and verbal directions.

                                    Ability to perform all repair and new work assigned in skill area with little or no supervision.

                                   

Specific Skills:            Experience in fleet maintenance

                                    Experience in purchasing and inventory controls

                                    Supervisory experience

                       

Educational Level:       High School Diploma or GED

Certified PA S-7 State Inspection Mechanic or agree to obtain and maintain certification

Minimum three (3) years experience in vehicle mechanical upkeep and preventative maintenance

 

License/Clearance(s):  Act 34 - Criminal History Clearance

                                    Act 151 - Child Abuse History Clearance

                                    ACT 114- FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance

                                    Valid Pennsylvania State Driver’s License

                                    Valid Pennsylvania State CDL with Bus Driver endorsement (must                                           possess or be willing to obtain)

 

Other:  Must be able to pass a physical examination

Must be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol tests and participate in random selection pool.

Must be willing to attend, at District discretion and expense, technical schools and/or seminars to update knowledge.

 

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.  It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the HHSD Director of Personnel of any and all reasonable accommodation that will be required.

 

Hatboro-Horsham School District is an Equal Opportunity Employment, Educational, and Service Organization.

Salary : $31 - $37

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