Monitor-Aide
Job Purpose
Process payrolls for 3000+ employees using in-house software and all related payroll documents. Support local management teams in all payrolls needs, including training and special requests. The main point of contact for employees with escalated issues, wage garnishments, employment verifications, Unemployment wage audits, and employee portal.
Major Responsibilities
- Analyze & Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for numerous locations in multiple states; using an in-house payroll system.
- Enter and verify bonus, vacation, and union payouts. Order pay cards and distribute thru our online vendor.
- Assist with assigning union dues/imitation deductions to employees and reconcile union bills to deductions on a weekly basis.
- Assist with responses to all unemployment claims, employment verifications and government questionnaires.
- Maintain employee records within payroll databases; including, but not limited to, tax changes, terminations/rehires/new hires, names changes, work status changes, position changes, rate changes.
- Assist with entering all wage garnishments and interrogatories.
- Assist with our online employee portal for enrollments and locked accounts.
- Audit internal files to ensure accuracy.
- Run and send reports as needed from our in-house database.
- Maintain companywide time off benefit log and reconcile with biweekly payrolls.
- Check emails, answer phone calls, and research and respond accordingly.
- Scan and maintain all employee files electronically.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred.
- 3-5 years payroll related experience.
- In-house payroll preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Administers various leave programs, benefits offerings, and HR related initiatives including medical leave, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, Life Insurance, 401K, STD/LTD, ADA, and all other leaves and benefits. Analyzes leave and benefit claims or requests, assists managers in the development of alternate work arrangements or coordination of coverage, and manages employee return to service or separation. Ensures compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws/regulations, along with applicable company policies. Coordinates all staff hiring and assists field locations with recruitment efforts and reporting.
Major Responsibilities
- Administers and tracks all employee leave programs and benefit offerings.
- Assists with employee benefits plans and works with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
- Analyzes leave claims or requests and determines employee eligibility.
- Monitor and comply with all legal requirements, including Federal, State and Local laws/regulations as well as regulatory agencies, including annual filings, reports, applications, audits, enrollments and distribution of information to employees by the required deadlines such as SPDs, Disclosures, etc. for the health, welfare and retirement plans.
- Review and analyze changes to applicable laws and regulations pertaining to benefits and leaves, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management including staying current on all market benefit trends to ensure company remains competitive with benefit offerings and leave policies.
- Oversee compliance with E-verify and hiring process and procedures.
- Manage day to day benefits administration and vendor relationships.
- Distribute onboarding packet for all full time hires & complete full hiring process for all Corporate staff, including performing E-verify checks.
- Review and authorize all monthly benefit bills and submissions as well as weekly 401k company match amounts and remit weekly 401k deferrals.
- Collaborate with the Executive Team on annual renewal planning, decisions, and benefits strategy.
- Manage all ancillary benefit programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, Aflac, 401k) enrollments, deferrals, changes, withdrawals, terminations, cancelations, set up, complaints & questions and all audits associated with the benefits.
- Act as a subject matter expert and/or functional lead while partnering closely with Payroll and Accounting to ensure proper withholdings, payments, new hire enrollment, and similar activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred but not required.
- 1 - 4 years of benefits and leave administration experience required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in a highly ethical manner adhering to applicable Federal & State laws.
- Ability to work independently and also as a team.
- Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality.
- 10% travel is possible to field operations.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use applicable programs as required.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as from time to time a transportation terminal facility environment.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The Corporate HR Manager creates positive business relationships with Corporate Directors, Regional Operations Managers, Contract Managers, Regional Managers, Trainers, Drivers, Monitors, Technicians, and other employees to drive initiatives to recruit and retain talent, create a training and development environment, and promote a culture of employee engagement and positive employee relations.
Drives core HR processes including labor requirements and reporting, HR-related training, onboarding, and strategies to reduce employee turnover and improve the employee experience. Specific areas of assisting field operations include employee relations, organizational development, performance management, training, special projects, and EEO, ADA, and ADEA compliance, diversity, and recordkeeping.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Investigate and resolve employee relations issues including the investigation of harassment, discrimination and other charges; manage discipline and discharge functions, and assume responsibility for the uniform and equitable application of policies across the organization.
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Measure effectiveness of HR initiatives and positive employees relations via various tools including employee surveys, audits, and employee meetings; works with management to address identified gaps.
- Provide counseling and guidance to managers in cases of performance and/or disciplinary issues, including investigation, preparing appropriate documentation and developing performance improvement plans.
- Oversee the corporate recruitment support function by providing coaching and guidance where appropriate.
- Create job descriptions, maintain handbooks, and facilitate recruitment including advertising for open positions, interviewing, selecting, making offers and on-boarding.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee by identifying bench strength and providing career path counseling.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals; handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing and conducting grievance investigation.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and minimum of four (4) years of progressive human resources experience.
- PHR or SPHR. (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 25% - 35% travel to field operations.
- 2+ years of transportation experience. (preferred)
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% or more may be required.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Manager and Director of Safety and other members of the management team to create a positive safety culture and deliver expected safety results. Works with other executives to create policies, training programs and deliver high levels of driver compliance.
Major Responsibilities
- Serves as resource for site locations by supporting and counseling managers & safety coordinators regarding safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Subject matter experts in federal, state, and local safety regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
- Develops and evaluates safety training programs.
- Evaluates hazardous conditions and practices and makes recommendations on hazard control.
- Assists ROM in managing safety cost control efforts.
- Reviews and analyzes near misses, collisions, and injuries and makes necessary recommendations on as needed basis.
- Conducts location safety audits.
- Works with insurance adjustors aid in claims administration.
- Prepares accurate and timely reports as required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in safety related field with concentration in transportation or minimum of 5 years of experience in safety related position(s) preferred.
- Minimum high school degree or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Broad knowledge of federal and state safety regulations.
- Good communication skills; oral, written and interpersonal.
- Excellent leadership and analytical skills.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Well organized and able to practice sound time management.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 75% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Coach for the school district who drives his/her school district team(s) to events. Primary responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- May drive a regular route or drive when location need warrants. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road physical requirements include:
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Complete Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspections and other repair work, consistent with a school bus maintenance technician on company vehicles for assigned locations. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees. May direct the work of others.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines and industry standards.
- Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards.
- Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.
- Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers.
- Communicates all inspection findings with location. Documents all findings in the maintenance management system(s).
- Notifies Local TIC and RMM of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, office equipment, and additional programs as required.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Travel to other locations is required.
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing & Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Directs and oversees financial activities of multiple locations, including preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts. Seeks operational efficiencies. Regional financial consultant.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops locations’ budgets and forecasts and monitors performance.
- Generates timely financial reports and information, including operational analysis.
- Analyzes operational costs and audits driver standard hours to pinpoint opportunities for efficiencies.
- Confers with regional and location management to coordinate and prioritize planning and provides relevant fiscal information.
- Monitors locations’ KPIs and assists with corrective actions.
- Performs monthly location billing reviews; approves and assists in issue resolution.
- Reviews weekly payroll and assists in issue resolution.
- Train/assist location personnel on accounting software/excel.
- Participates in bid reviews, including RFP and bid analysis.
- Performs accounts receivable aging review and assists in collection efforts.
- Other projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience, or Equivalent Master’s Degree with minimum of 5 years of experience.
- CPA designation desirable but not required
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Advanced excel skills and basic knowledge of databases.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and managerial skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and share finding across the organization.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 35% of the time may be required. Majority of travel is within 1-2 hours of assigned “Home” base.
Job Purpose
The Director of Information Technology is responsible for daily technical activities and development of strategic technology roadmap that engenders best practices and usage of technology which enhances the business. This position works closely with senior management, field operations and all supporting business functions. The Director will oversee internal and external IT resources to improve the sharing, security and reliability of Information and Information sharing for the company.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute IT technology and system roadmaps that translate business requirements into projects, goals, and deliverables.
- Prioritize, assign, and manage a portfolio of projects in support of business goals; ensure delivery of projects within time and cost limitations.
- Establish effective partnerships with functional leadership across the organization to ensure that technology solutions are effective and in alignment with functional and organizational needs.
- Lead and manage the infrastructure, application and networking to ensure systems operate at their optimal performance.
- Participate, as a member of the business leadership team, in planning and executing activities by providing systemic and technology solutions.
- Evaluate effectiveness, efficiency, and costs of technology and systems, research new or alternative solutions, and make recommendations to senior management as appropriate.
- Develop, lead, implement, and monitor information technology governance, system policies and controls to ensure data security and IT systems across a wide variety of platforms, hardware, and user needs in compliance with industry, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for implementing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery practices as appropriate.
- Responsible for all vendor management and contractual agreements, including but not limited to, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and software licensing.
- Develop and manage the annual IT budget; including project planning, expense management, and external resource utilization.
- Maintain working knowledge of new and evolving technologies and systems for possible application to developing or future organization needs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field; preferred Masters.
- 8-10 years progressive management experience in Information Technology.
Experience & Skills Required
- Excellent communication, analytical, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- 3-5 years infrastructure, network, desktop and telephony management.
- 3-5 years enterprise application development and support.
- 3-5 years managing help desk – tickets and resources for efficient time to resolution.
- 3-5 years managing external managed services provider (MSP) relationships.
- 3-5 years vendor management for technical services.
- 3-5 years managing technology in multi-site environment.
- 3-5 years project management.
- Superior computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Technical Environment:
- Attendance Enterprise Application.
- Avaya IP Office Telephony.
- Dynamic Great Plains ERP.
- Microsoft Active Directory.
- Microsoft IIS.
- Microsoft Office 365.
- Microsoft Exchange.
- Microsoft Power BI.
- Microsoft SQL Server.
- Microsoft SSRS Reporting.
- Microsoft Windows Server.
- Remote Desktop Services Gateway.
- ConnectWise Remote assistance.
- Synovia GPS.
- Tyler Technology Versatrans Student Transportation – Routing and Planning.
- TMT Fleet Maintenance.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment and at times a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Oversee the day-to-day purchasing, item master updates, parts standardization and warranty claims duties for the NACSB fleet. Work with vendors and manufacturers to ensure quality and pricing meet NACSB expectations.
Major Responsibilities
- Coordinate and ensure completion of all parts entry into the maintenance system.
- Distribute recalls/campaigns from manufacturers to the field maintenance team.
- Review, evaluate, and process all warranty claims, including resolving and adjusting claims.
- Perform all parts and warranty administration. Train all end users and gather and distribute weekly/monthly reports.
- Ensure data integrity, both active and inactive, within the maintenance system.
- Assist in the coordination of maintenance/repair of vehicles assigned to corporate or local levels.
- Ensure parts quality meets or exceeds OEM standards.
- Gather fleet and maintenance information from the local operations for the weekly/monthly KPI reports for corporate and regional staff.
- Main point of contact for all parts and warranty claims. Is the company liaison with vendors for parts and warranty items.
- Keep all parts purchase and warranty files up to date and in compliance with Federal, State and Local compliance standards
- Coordinate with the local operations regarding bi-annual part inventories.
- Manage vendor performance within the scope of the contractual obligation.
- Participate in vehicle and material specification reviews.
- Analyze detailed data for RFP and RFQ reviews.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical school or degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Works closely with the Regional Operations Managers, Director of Maintenance, Contract Managers and other members of the management team in implementing and managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations within their regions to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provide direction and guidance to TICs in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensures compliance with Federal & State DOT regulations, maintenance standards and company policies and procedures. Monitors and drives safety within the Maintenance organization.
- Strategically manages and drives financial budgets of shops; explains budget variances and develops action plans to meet targets.
- Monitors maintenance system compliance to ensure all labor, repairs, and parts are documented within the system. Conducts parts cycle counting and fleet audits as needed. Works with the shops to ensure warranty claims are documented and processed. Monitors core returns to minimize potential charges.
- Makes proactive recommendations to change standards, procedures, & policies which enhance shop performance and efficiencies. Turns in weekly reports and attends weekly meetings with the Director of Maintenance.
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with both internal and external customers & management to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Investigates and approves repairs orders. Works with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) on repair solutions and possible campaign information.
- Monitors & ensures performance of shops through strategic planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other processes to meet the company’s standards of excellence. Collects, records, & analyzes various data and information.
- Develops & fosters lines of communication between shops, operations, and corporate office to keep all informed of potential issues.
- Assists in the recruiting, selection, assessment, & development of technicians.
- Develops subordinates through counseling, training, and empowerment of responsibilities. Trains TICs on company standards, practices, procedures, and ensures new technicians are being properly and adequately trained.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Technical certificate, trade school or equivalent experience.
- OEM software preferred Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices
Experience & Skills Required
- Strong written & interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent leadership, analytical & troubleshooting skills.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial position with emphasis in transportation specifications and applications, and the development of maintenance standards Broad knowledge of vehicle maintenance, diesel preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as a team player Strong financial and budgetary skills Ability to plan strategically.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Exhibits progressive leadership through actions and measurable results.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers. Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
To serve as the company’s vehicle maintenance leader responsible for the maintenance culture and results in over 3,000 vehicles operating in multiple states. The Director of Maintenance is a member of the company’s senior management team and interacts frequently with all levels of management and employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Directs and responsible for the delivery of the company’s vehicle maintenance program utilizing measurable results. Responsible for roll-out and utilization of Vehicle Maintenance System.
- Directs and creates the design, development, organization and communication of all maintenance policies and procedures. Develop and lead the maintenance audit process to ensure compliance of programs, policies and procedures.
- Direct and coach the location and Regional staff related to vehicle maintenance and fleet matters.
- Assess and oversee effective manpower planning. Assist in the hiring and development of key vehicle maintenance personnel. Directs and leads the training programs to ensure we have highly qualified and skilled vehicle maintenance teams.
- Analyzes location and company vehicle maintenance statistics. Leads the development and implementation of action plans to address deficiencies and adverse trends.
- Provides daily guidance and monitoring of all regional budgeting and vehicle maintenance spend working with locations and regional staff. Annual budget preparation and inventory control.
- Ensure preventative maintenance program is implemented and followed across the enterprise to drive optimum cost-effective fleet spend.
- Manages vendors related to vehicle maintenance and fleet to obtain optimum service and cost effectiveness. Ensures all warranty dollars are received and recall work is completed and processed.
- Acts as ranking company representative in dealing with government agencies on vehicle maintenance and fleet matters affecting the company. Interacts with Local, State and Federal levels.
- Monitor and ensure compliance of all vehicle maintenance and facility requirements, regulations and laws including DOT, EPA and OSHA.
- Manage fleet needs, specifications and purchasing.
- Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the CEO.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
- Vocational degree in technical engineering or equivalent in engine/vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Additional education in business desired.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 10 years management and supervision of a company-wide vehicle maintenance program with a fleet of more than 1,000 vehicles and multiple vehicle maintenance shops.
- Medium duty fleet experience required.
- History of increasingly responsible vehicle maintenance management experience.
- Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
- Strong working knowledge of DOT regulations.
- Ability to participate and facilitate group meetings.
- Ability to challenge current thinking and improve the vehicle maintenance performance and culture.
- Experience in fleet and vehicle maintenance budgeting and financial responsibility.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Perform administrative accounting functions and data entry without direct supervision. Support and supervise other AP departmental employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Generate and review various daily, weekly, and monthly reports, metrics, accounts and batch information.
- Perform various duties related to Manager + and Great Plains function.
- Run items add and new PO import maps.
- Review/Post/Inter-company Resale of AP Clerks’ daily batches.
- Supervise AP Clerks.
- Create/Review/Print weekly ICSB check runs.
- Create electronic prepaid sales tax payments and document.
- Complete vendor credit applications, reconcile vendor statements, and vendor tax-exemption documents.
- Work with IT Support (ProTechs) on purchasing and tracking computers.
- Review, complete and generate master/individual credit cards usage reports for all cardholder/gas cards.
- Generate rent payments (review/update reoccurring batch in GP balance/post. Generate ACH payments and Checks.
- Monthly A/P accrual generation, journal entry, chargebacks and aging.
- Entry of 2 National Union invoices (AL and WC Insurance losses).
- Annually compile/Audit reports for 1099 vendors.
- Electronically file 1096 with IRS via FIRE transmission.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance related field preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal & written communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Works closely with Safety Manager, location staff, and Contract Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety, customer service, and operational results.
Major Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes a safe environment at all times.
- Provides direction, coaching, counseling, & training to drivers.
- Monitors and evaluates student loading and unloading and meets with school officials as necessary.
- Analyze safety trends and technology reports to develop recommendations, and implement corrections as required.
- Implements and conducts road evaluations/observations on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Conducts regular fleet & facility inspections, which includes evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel & completion of pre/post trips.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Investigates injury & collision claims and works with Safety Manager to close claims.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety & driving experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy. School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours while driving.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Responsible for delivering all facets of recruiting success for the location(s) assigned. This will be achieved through traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. Plays a critical role in ensuring the company is hiring the best possible candidate for the position available and properly staffed.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute recruiting plans.
- Attend job fairs, post openings, pass out flyers, hang banners, etc.
- Administrative duties including files and records.
- Recruit, screen and interview candidates and assist with on-boarding as necessary.
- Efficiently and effectively fill open positions while anticipating turnover.
- Recommend new sources of active and passive candidate recruiting.
- Other assignments at the discretion of the Manager.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in school busing or related industry.
- Recruiting experience preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work varying hours.
- Competitive nature with a strong desire to succeed.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure Self-motivated.
- Possess clear understanding of laws pertaining to the hiring of school bus drivers and monitors.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Managers/Director of Maintenance/Contract Managers/Location Maintenance and other members of the management team in implementing, managing, and providing technical knowledge and analysis of the fleet management application, high-level system investigation, integration, documentation, implementation advice and user documentation and training.
Applies principles and methods to system disruptions and training to arrive at desired solutions. Analyst is the Subject Matter Expert for the maintenance business system managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provides direction and guidance to Shop Technicians in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Works with the project team to configure, test, and manage the business solution. “Owns” the Fleet Maintenance System and is considered the functional expert.
- Responsible for the day-to-day management of the maintenance solution in terms of tracking and reporting issues with the application. Serves as primary point of contact for NACSB and applicable vendors on elevated issues, as well as, providing timely updates of issues and ETA for resolutions.
- Engages leadership & end users across the business to build confidence and impact collaboration across the organization.
- Assesses business needs to design, develop, and implement, additional learning initiatives that drive efficient application usage.
- Develops solution modeling and test environments to validate findings and apply to future state of application solution as it would affect the day-to-day usage.
- Responsible for training all users in assigned area of responsibility, including new hire training, refresher training, skills enhancement training, and all other needs that maybe identified from time to time based on business need.
- Drives all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), audit usage and escalate issues to management, all while communicating statuses effectively. Creates job aids as it relates to training and end user manuals and SOPs. Supports and drives change management within the organization.
- Manages parts master list to ensure data integrity as well as inventory accuracy. Assist in inventory cycle counts as well as drive compliance of physical inventories.
- Responsible for inventory accuracy between fleet management software and accounts payable software.
- Runs reports and provides basic analytics on inventory, data integrity, and other requests as defined by management.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- B.A./B.S. in Business Administration, Operations Management or other related field preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience with fleet management applications/software or proven leadership skills in system and process management.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Knowledge of required maintenance, vehicle management, DOT, FMCSA regulations and school bus industry is a plus.
- Requires a detail-orientated, self-starter in managing and supporting vehicle maintenance using enterprise applications, SOPs and audit processes.
- Experience in implementing enterprise class business solutions.
- Results oriented, with strong focus on execution and team collaboration.
- Proven leadership skills including critical thinking, positivity, and trustworthiness, which motivate and inspire others.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, knell, stoop, climb, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Manages day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop, including, repairs, PMs, and overhauls of school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Directs the work of others. Trains and motivates maintenance staff. Works without direct supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Major Responsibilities
- Manages day-to-day shop staff and operation.
- Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Reviews repair orders.
- Delegates responsibilities as appropriate and monitors performance; takes corrective action as deemed necessary.
- Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements.
- Works closely with Contract Manager and Regional Operations Manager providing status of maintenance and budget requirements. May review financial and budget variances, review orders, estimate repairs, and approve related documents.
- Order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work, including building maintains and grounds keeping.
- Ensures technicians are trained properly and equipped so work is performed safely, on time, and cost effectively.
- Manages special projects as assigned.
- Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and Contract Manager.
- Handles disciplinary concerns and employee development with shop personnel including training and development, planning work, and addressing performance issues.
- May perform limited repairs on school bus equipment.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- ASE certified strongly preferred.
- Diesel certification strongly preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation industry, including repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment.
- 5+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications.
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical managerial experience preferred.
- Good written & verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Manager +.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
To support the Contract Manager in supervising daily operations related to dispatching, routing, employee relations, and customer contact, including but not limited to, route supervision, staff and driver supervision, charter program oversight, effective communication with internal and external customers and coaching employees for optimal performance, managing the entire operation in the absence of the Contract Manager, comply with all company policies.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervises AM /PM activities to ensure all routes run on time.
- Assist drivers with questions or problems. Supervises the communication of driver concerns or route changes with the district.
- Assist the manager in meeting school district requirements.
- Oversees the location’s video camera system.
- Assists the contract manager with supervision of location staff. Communicates job requirements and expectations. Monitors the performance of staff and provides coaching, corrective action, and guidance, as required.
- Gathering all data for month end billing for the contracts the location serves.
- Calculates pre-billing on all charter, field trip and lease invoices daily making sure the proper rates are applied and all required information is tabulated. Provides responses to customer inquiries regarding invoices.
- Responsible for bank reconciliation reports.
- Assists with screening, selection, and on boarding of hourly drivers, monitors, and technicians.
- Responsible for unemployment process.
- Maintains, with the safety coordinator, all record keeping of Workers’ Compensation injuries.
- "Fully trained and capable of running other departments in the event a department becomes vacant. Duties in other departments include, but are not limited to: Dispatching, Safety, Clerical, Service Attendant.
- In conjunction with safety coordinator, ensure all federal, state, local and company record keeping requirements including Driver Exemption Logs, Motor Vehicle Reports and Criminal Records are met.
- Performs any other management requests or directives as they relate to the overall function of the facility.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Considerable local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Minimal overnight travel.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Manages day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop. Maintains, repairs, and overhauls school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Directs the work of others. Trains and motivates maintenance staff. Works without direct supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervises day-to-day shop staff.
- Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Reviews repair orders.
- Delegates responsibilities as appropriate and monitors performance.
- Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements.
- May order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work.
- May arrange services for building and ground keeping.
- Completes special projects as assigned. Required to perform hands-on work activities.
- Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and Contract Manager.
- Handles disciplinary concerns and employee development with shop personnel.
- Repairs and maintains diesel engines and school bus equipment.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry, including repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications.
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical managerial experience preferred.
- Good written & verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Manager +
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
To support all departments with building and grounds needs. May travel between multiple lots.
Major Responsibilities
- Property ground work: mow grass, spray & pull weeds, shrub and tree trimming, leaf removal.
- Snow removal & ice melt distribution.
- Parts runner.
- Fill in on fuel island and wash bay as needed including vehicle fluid checker.
- Small maintenance repairs on office or shop; paint, replace door handles, fix faucet, replace light bulbs.
- Ensure block heater cords are okay and GFIs are working.
- Monthly fire extinguisher checks in the buildings and back of buses.
- Assist shop with small repairs: seat repair or light bulb replacement.
- May act as site security.
- Work together with the safety personnel to ensure safe grounds/property.
- Move buses around the lot.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDC may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Minimal local travel if overseeing multiple lots.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Plan, direct and coordinate management of the operation of a school bus facility(ies) revenue contract fulfillment with appropriate attention to customer service, safety, employee relations, performance tracking and financials. Serves as the location safety leader responsible for safety culture and results.
Major Responsibilities
- Effectively uses Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other tools to drive performance and accountability in all areas.
- Oversees the daily operations, including staffing, development, performance, work schedules and duties.
- Ensures service is on-time and efficient and passenger wellbeing; safe pickup/drop-off/placards/student management.
- Ensures adequate number of drivers and process for covering absenteeism.
- Directs location’s financial and budget activities to stay within budgetary limits and forecast activities.
- Maintains client relationships and provides excellent customer service.
- Attends School Board meetings periodically and as required.
- Monitors revenue contract administration and compliance.
- Oversees necessary financial operations such as approval of invoices (billing and collection) for customers, all labor costs (including non-revenue), fuel cost, and maintenance spend, recommendations and justification of capital purchasing.
- Oversees the time and attendance tracking as it relates to hourly staff and driver time, including all overtime. Develops route labor standards.
- Assists with HR matters, labor relations, processes and investigations.
- Ensures maintenance of records and compliance with licensing and safety requirements (DOT, Federal, and State). Driver credential compliance.
- Ensures compliance with Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Monitors vehicle usage, ensuring appropriate inspection and certification of buses and efficient utilization of spares as required to operate as required by the revenue contract.
- Ensures compliance with the company maintenance policy and procedures.
- Controls programs and functionality of ancillary equipment (cameras, zonar, child checkmate, crossing gates, radios, GPS).
- Ensures that facility is appropriately maintained, understanding the requirements for OSHA, ADA and fulfilling our obligation for maintaining a secure and clean environment.
- Responsible for timely submissions to Corporate departments.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience required.
- CDL required.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Manages and provides oversight of safety program to support the Contract Manager, Assistant Contract Manager, and Regional Safety Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety results.
Major Responsibilities
- Plans, implements, coordinates, and assess safety and health programs.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Analyze safety records, develops recommendations, and implement corrections as required.
- Implements and monitors the contents of classroom training to insure compliance with all federal, state, and company requirements.
- Provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training for all new and current employees as needed; to include required certification and skills enhancement training.
- Initiates and maintains all training files to insure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Provides direction, guidance, and training, and establishes schedules for location trainers, following consistent training procedures.
- Conducts regular meetings with trainers evaluating training issues, collisions, and personal injuries or as required by contract.
- Implements and conducts annual road evaluation/observation on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Implements, and coordinates monthly safety meetings including but not limited to; topic selection, agenda development, presentation, meeting room set-up, notification and recording of attendee’s.
- Measures and evaluates effectiveness of safety programs.
- Assists C/M and maintenance personnel in fleet inspection for damage, cleanliness, and other safety related items.
- Conducts regular facility inspections to include evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel.
- Investigates, reports, maintains & cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The HR & Compliance Supervisor is responsible for Human Resources assigned responsibilities and to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory agency requirements. The Supervisor should establish and promote safe, healthy, and productive working conditions, best available industry practices are being used, atmosphere of positive employee relations, environment of employee engagement, and culture of high performance. The Supervisor works closely with Contract Manager, Regional Safety Manager, Trainers, Drivers, and other employees. Serves as location safety, training, and HR Subject Matter Expert.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and policies while demonstrating and promoting a safe environment and positive employee relations atmosphere.
- Provide point of contact for HR related activities while problem solving using policy, procedures, and practices to identify best fit approach to resolve issue in a positive manner.
- Responsible for meeting all hourly staffing needs including recruitment, screening, selection, training, and orientation while ensuring all activities are compliant with all federal, state, customer, and company requirements.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals. Handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing, making grievance adjustments, conducting grievance hearings, preparing arbitration cases, and developing policies & procedures.
- Initiates and maintains all applicable files to assure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to personnel files, training records, safety records, behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Shares responsibility with CM related to authority for hiring, firing, promotions, and disciplinary action for hourly positions. Supervises hourly and staff positions.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment. Ensure adherence to company policy and/or CBA while providing guidance on personnel issues.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee/labor relations.
- Ensure HR, Safety, Training and other related practices and programs fully aligned with company/customer policy and agency requirements.
- Conduct investigations and audits of safety, compliance, Workers Compensation, and HR related issues and situations. Determine and initiate corrective measures.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent and Bachelor’s Degree in related subject (required) Possession of CDL operator’s license with endorsement (required within 90 days) PHR or SPHR (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 1 to 2 years of transportation safety experience (preferred).
- 1 to 2 years of Human Resources experience (preferred).
- Working knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding bus transportation, safety and human resources issues (preferred).
- Ability to relate to staff in a positive and effective manner.
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives.
- Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Leads and analyzes, under limited supervision, the payroll, billing, and accounts receivable functions for assigned operating locations.
Major Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and approves the payroll from operating locations. This may include some payroll processing tasks.
- Responsible for preparing reports and working with operations staff to manage and ensure fiscal operating efficiencies, including standard hours.
- Utilizes computer softwares to analyze business in an effort to improve cost controls and identify deficiencies. Includes, but is not limited to GPS, payroll and routing systems.
- Prepares and reviews all location invoices, customer bills and assures follow-up and timely collection.
- Analyzes variances and prepares trend reports to ensure appropriate follow up and management actions can be taken to reduce costs.
- Develops & Manages standard operating procedures for financial accounting within company guidelines. Responsible to train operations personnel on processes and procedures.
- Assists in the preparation of budgets, forecast models and financial reports as needed.
- Primary liaison to corporate finance departments. Coordinates, prepares and submits information requested to regional and corporate staff, including month end closing activities.
- Analyzes monthly financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis and works with operations management to determine appropriate action plans.
- Other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments and/or locations during peak times.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance preferred.
- Associate’s degree with related experience required.
- 1-3 years of experience in financial related field.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Have understanding of financial and payroll standards.
- Good verbal communication skills and be a team player, willing to assist where needed.
- Knowledge of operations based environment is a plus.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, database and accounting computer application systems.
- Exceptional organizational & analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Directs the operations of a Region comprised of multiple locations, geographically dispersed. Is responsible for the overall success of the Region in all functions.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops and monitors budget activity within the Region in order to ensure maximum Regional performance. Responsible for financial performance of Region.
- Responsible for the management of the Region’s assets, and vehicle maintenance.
- Responsible for the direct supervision of a Regional staff, and several Contract Managers ensuring company policies and procedures and implemented fairly and consistently.
- Maintains excellent customer service relationship with Region’s customers.
- Develops programs, ensures consistency in administration of company policies and procedures in order to ensure effective and positive employee relations.
- Keeps abreast of governmental laws and regulations and ensures Region is in compliance.
- Effectively interacts with others by demonstrating high degree of credibility, and is responsible for development of initiatives in support of, and development of subordinates.
- Demonstrates a strong sense of mission in the development and execution of a strategic business plan. Motivates others by establishing clear vision as to the needs necessary to ensure success in profit performance, client relations, and business development.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or other related field.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in transportation, manufacturing or logistics.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- High level of understanding of management and employee labor relations.
- Ability to be persuasive and give leadership to subordinates.
- Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
- Strong business background in financial, strategic, and organizational analysis.
- Prior history of staff supervision and development.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
To support the Contract Manager in managing daily operations and administrative functions, including but not limited to, route supervision, staff and driver supervision, charter program oversight, effective communication with internal and external customers and coaching employees for optimal performance, managing the entire operation in the absence of the Contract Manager, complying with all company policies. To prepare the individual to take on a Contract Manager role within 12 months.
Major Responsibilities
- Assists contract manager with oversight of location including supervision of location staff. Communicated job requirements and expectations. Monitors the performance of staff, provides coaching and guidance, and takes corrective measures when necessary as required.
- Assists the manager in meeting school district requirements, including resolving service issues.
- Assists with the financial administration of the location to meet targets, including monitoring spending.
- Assists in problem solving and human resources with regard to employees and policy enforcement.
- Assists with student management and addresses issues.
- Fully trained and capable of running other departments in the event a department becomes vacant. Duties in other departments include, but are not limited to: Dispatching, Safety, and Clerical.
- In conjunction with safety coordinator, ensures all federal, state, local and company recordkeeping requirements including Workers Compensation, Driver Exemption Logs, Motor Vehicle Reports, Controlled Substance program and Criminal Records are met.
- Develop all skills necessary to become a Contract Manager in the future, as well as be flexible to manager and/or assist other locations when needed.
- Perform any other management requests or directives as they relate to the overall function of the facility.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL may be required with school bus endorsements.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Provide executive administrative and analytical support to CEO, CFO, and the executive staff, including maintaining corporate records and databases. Support the company by providing reporting solutions with an understanding of organizational business needs.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and evaluating new and existing systems, reports, and plans by utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel, Access) and any systems/software.
- Translate business requirements into specifications that will be used to implement the required reports to be created from multiple data sources.
- Analyze data to develop recommendations for efficiency improvements.
- Manage facility leases and assist Finance Department in preparation of annual budget.
- Performs complex and confidential administrative functions including preparing confidential reports and correspondence.
- Manage day to day operations of Corporate Office and provide administrative support for the Executive team and other staff functions as needed.
- Maintain vendor relationships related to the following services: Copier, IT Support, Corporate Landlord, Other as needed
- Manages and analyzes annual customer and employee survey process.
- Serve as website administrator to facilitate company’s online presence.
- Special projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1-3 years of experience of business management, or equivalent experience
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong Microsoft tools experience (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access) required
- Great Plains experience preferred
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
Job Purpose
To provide support to the Controller, Regional Controllers, Contract Managers and Chief Financial Officer.
Major Responsibilities
- Compiles and distributes monthly financial statements and various reports to intended parties, weekly driver/staff recruiting report, weekly KPI scorecard, various budgeting reports.
- Enters and uploads budget imports, monthly inventory and insurance general ledger entries into the accounting system.
- Extracts and consolidates data for analysis (fuel MPG/rate analysis, driver standard hours vs. actual hours wage analysis, driver overtime analysis, safety spend analysis, accident and worker's compensation frequency ratio analysis, contact revenue and cost analysis) from various software programs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelors degree in Business
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Execute all job duties while following company policies and procedures.
- Transportation industry experience preferred, not required.
- Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- EMS, Great Plaines, Management Reporter or similar software experience.
- Microsoft SharePoint experience preferred, not required.
Job Purpose
Compile and submit payroll for location employees using in-house software/methods and all related payroll documents. Support local management team in all payroll needs, including training and special requests. Main point of contact for employees with payroll issues. Works closely with dispatch to ensure proper payment to employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Compile, review & submit payroll to the Corporate payroll department on a weekly basis prior to the established deadlines.
- Verify that all employees are completing and submitting all necessary payroll related documents in a timely fashion (i.e. Timesheets, Request for Time Off, Standard Hours, and Charters, etc.).
- Utilize and confirm hours within the time and attendance system on a daily basis.
- Operate GPS system to verify exceptions to standard hours.
- Work closely with site safety department to process new employee files and records and submit to Contract Manager for approval. Perform timely submission of all approved paperwork to Corporate Payroll.
- Assist safety department in the maintenance of all current and historical employee files according to policy. Performs periodic internal location audit of files.
- Complete standard hours audits.
- Maintain accurate driver seniority list which can be regularly updated and posted.
- Maintain and update log of paid time off for all employees at location.
- Assist office clerk in processing customer and charter billing.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Responsible for working with the Regional Operations Manager to provide effective direction and accountability in day-to-day management of multiple locations, and which may include overall supervision of a location, including staff and logistical operations, daily service performance, safety management and liaison with school districts. May coordinate office responsibilities and assist in administrative functions.
Major Responsibilities
- Resolves administrative problems by coordinating preparation of reports, analyzing data, and identifying solutions
- Provides information to terminals assigned to a specific region of the company
- Interviews callers, arranges appointments, and handles office details
- May be required to work on site at different company terminals
- Develops and maintains confidential files
- Works independently without direct supervision
- Enters and retrieves information using a personal computer and other data processing equipment; reviews data and makes routine corrections
- Will run reports and analyze data from GPS units throughout assigned area
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Will assist other staff and location staff during non-peak charter times. Will be flexible and team player assisting where needed
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred with 3-5 years of administrative experience
Experience & Skills Required
- Experience in school bus transportation, a plus
- Excellent communications and customer service skills
- Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent skills in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to move about the office and utilize office equipment
- Must be able to access filing system/cabinets
- Will be able to communicate efficiently in person or by telephone
- Occasional travel between locations that the position is responsible for
Job Purpose
Assists and analyzes, under direct supervision, payroll, billing and accounts receivable functions for at least three operating locations.
Major Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and approves the payroll files from operating locations. This will include some payroll processing tasks related to charter, training or other functions.
- Creates/recommends standard operating procedures for payroll and billing within assigned locations. Responsible to train operations personnel on processes and procedures
- Operates computer software to analyze business, evaluating to improve cost controls and identify efficiencies – GPS, Payroll, Routing System
- Prepares and reviews all location invoices, customer bills and assures follow-up and timely collection. Alerts Regional Operations Manager of overdue receivables
- Creates and maintains necessary database and spreadsheet files to support assigned locations
- Analyzes variances and prepares trend reports to ensure appropriate follow up and management actions can be taken to reduce costs
- Prepares budgets and forecast models for assigned operating locations and assist business development by providing data and preparation with bid proformas
- Primary liaison for Corporate accounting functions. Coordinates, prepares and submits information requested to Regional and Corporate staff including month end closing activities
- Analyzes monthly financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis and work with operations management to determine appropriate action plans
- May direct and/or supervise the work of others as assigned by the Regional Operations Manager
- Will assist other staff and location staff during non-peak times. Will be flexible and must be a team player assisting where needed
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree or finance related college courses preferred
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of financial analysis or processing experience preferably in a transportation, manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and other company operating software (i.e. GPS, maintenance software, payroll systems, etc.)
- Understanding of financial and payroll standards
- Knowledge of operations based environment and team player willing to assist where needed
- May be required to hold CDL and school bus permit
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to move about the office and utilize office equipment
- Must be able to access filing system/cabinets
- Will be able to communicate efficiently in person or by telephone
- Travel between assigned locations may be required
Job Purpose
This position involves responsibility for assisting in the scheduling and timing of bus routes and drivers for the school district. Additionally, the person maintains related transportation records and fills in as a substitute bus driver as needed.
Major Responsibilities
- Assists in establishing bus routes and in preparing time schedules for buses for pupils in the school district, including driving directions.
- Prepares records on mileage, number of patrons carried and number of stops made on each route.
- Receives and responds to complaints concerning transportation services, making necessary changes.
- Works closely with customer to get up-to-date information on bell times, student rosters and any special needs updates.
- May drive a bus and assist with dispatch, payroll, and billing functions.
- Communicates with location staff and drivers to update routing and make necessary changes.
- Communicates with school district personnel daily.
- Maintains records of student rosters and bell times.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year routing or logistics experience or 2 years driving a bus.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good knowledge of the geography of the district.
- The ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers and parents.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDL may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work. Minimal local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Responsible for coordinating and managing all charter functions. The position will involve customer service, communication with locations, billing and collections.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for scheduling, billing and coordinating all extracurricular and public charter trips. Works closely with all schools and locations to ensure outstanding service levels are achieved.
- Responsible for all clerical duties to ensure that all contractual and legal mandates are met.
- Market and increase our public charter businesses for that area.
- Responsible for managing all extracurricular and public charter billing and following up with any outstanding invoices.
- The above duties are not meant to restrict initiative, but rather to define minimum activities. These duties may be altered to suit the needs of the company, as needed.
- Will assist other staff and locations during non-peak charter times. Will be flexible and ream player assisting where needed.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Assist the location staff by performing clerical & administrative duties at the location level. Will interface with customers, vendors and internal departments in fulfilling day-to-day responsibilities.
Major Responsibilities
- Processes purchase orders and vendor invoices for payment, including completion of the purchase order log and accurate account coding. Provides to CM for review and approval.
- Responsible for final billing of all charter and rental invoices.
- Maintains a daily cash receipts log to record payments received at the location.
- Follows up on all accounts receivable items and notifies manager of delinquent accounts.
- Answer the telephones and respond to customer inquiries or directs call as needed.
- Responsible for the location’s “mail” function including: distribution of mail, preparation of overnight packages, maintaining stamps and other mailing supplies.
- Responsible for the location’s office supply ordering and inventory.
- Performs daily collection of the Fuel and Damage Reports as well as Pre-trip inspection forms.
- Maintains contract files and records.
- Prepares contract correspondence, manager reports and schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment. Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDL may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Handle all payroll needs, assignments, and other clerical duties as needed.
Major Responsibilities
- Assist with all activities necessary to process payroll at that Corporate office including maintaining related records, tax applications, voluntary deductions, entering data, calculating and totaling hours worked.
- Verify that all employees are completing and submitting all necessary payroll related documents in a timely fashion (i.e. Timesheets, Request for Time Off, Standard Hours, and Charters, etc.).
- Submit payroll to Corporate on a weekly basis prior to the established deadlines.
- Maintain and update log of paid time off for all employees at location.
- Utilize and confirm hours within the time and attendance system on a daily basis.
- Complete standard hours audits
- Operate Synovia (our GPS system) to verify hours.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience & Skills Required
- Knowledge of Corporate payroll procedures, payroll system and standard hours.
- Must work well in fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and data entry skills
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Office environment
Job Purpose
Performing clerical duties and analyzing data via several technology based systems. Assist in improving contract performance and managing key budget items and daily KPI performance.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for analyzing daily reports for contract performance (i.e. on-time performance, bus yard departures, pre-trips, student checks, zonar ID’s).
- Must be able to recognize repeat offenders and bring to management’s attention to prevent infractions. Repeat offenders need to be documented within a spreadsheet to adhere to company disciplinary procedures. Must respond to CPS liquidated damages within 24 hours. With data to dispute claim.
- Develop and monitor employee standard hours with the assistance of dispatch.
- Assist with weekly payroll processing and perform payroll when needed.
- Prepare daily overtime reports and non-revenue reports to communicate if any employees in OT and the daily number of each report with the name of the employees.
- Repeat offenders will need to be documented in a spreadsheet to adhere to company disciplinary procedures.
- Maintain CPS DAV system for all employees and fleet.
- Answer the telephone in a professional manner.
- Responsible for the location’s “mail” function including: distribution of mail, preparation of overnight packages, maintaining stamps and other mailing supplies.
- Responsible for the locations office supply ordering and inventory.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, dispatch all buses to ensure on-time performance of service within an assigned geographical area.
Major Responsibilities
- Oversee all routing and scheduling of buses; dispatch buses and provide timely information to drivers on route.
- Counsel & coach drivers and monitors on front line disciplinary & service issues.
- Take all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager or resolve problems directly with the customer.
- Handle heavy phone and radio traffic.
- Serve as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer.
- May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll. May monitor licensing and participate in hiring drivers.
- Provide solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems; resolve issues as needed.
- May handle backup driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties while buses are in route.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Assist drivers with day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with operating contract, state and local ordinances, and company policies and procedures.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL may be required.
- Good verbal communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment.
- Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Works closely with Contract Manager, Assistant Contract Manager, and Regional Safety Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety results.
Major Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes a safe environment at all times.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Analyze safety records & implement corrections as required.
- Implements and monitors the contents of classroom training to insure compliance with all federal, state, and company requirements.
- Provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training for all new and current employees as needed; to include required certification and skills enhancement training.
- Initiates and maintains all training files to insure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Provides direction, guidance, and training, and establishes schedules for location trainers, following consistent training procedures.
- Conducts regular meetings with trainers evaluating training issues, collisions, and personal injuries or as required by contract.
- Implements and conducts annual road evaluation/observation on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Implements, and coordinates monthly safety meetings including but not limited to; topic selection, agenda development, presentation, meeting room set-up, notification and recording of attendee’s. Follows-up with absent attendee’s offering make-up session to guarantee 100% attendance.
- Monitors and evaluates student loading and unloading and meets with school officials as necessary.
- Assists C/M and maintenance personnel in fleet inspection for damage, cleanliness, and other safety related items.
- Conducts regular facility inspections to include evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel.
- Investigates, reports, maintains & cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Maintains, repairs, and overhauls school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. May direct the work of others. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines.
- Inspects and tests equipment at prescribed intervals of time and usage or upon malfunction or breakdown.
- Inspects, tests, and aligns bus lights and wheels and maintains electrical systems and controls. Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals. Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards. Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Disassembles, inspects, and replaces worn or broken parts. Fixes and adjusts new or repaired parts. Oils and greases vehicles; changes filters.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Performs limited bodywork and repainting on vehicles after a breakdown or accident, as needed or as skills allow.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers. May be required to maintain small parts storeroom.
- Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken.
- May direct work on an as needed basis of less skilled technicians.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Physical requirements include:
- Pushing / Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Assist the driver in the safe operation of the route and manage students as defined/identified by school.
Major Responsibilities
- Ability to learn and follow a route sheet or electronic routing device.
- Is responsible for student management and communicates behavior problems with the driver.
- Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks, CSRS and wheelchair lifts.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Maintenance Technician
Job Purpose
Process payrolls for 3000+ employees using in-house software and all related payroll documents. Support local management teams in all payrolls needs, including training and special requests. The main point of contact for employees with escalated issues, wage garnishments, employment verifications, Unemployment wage audits, and employee portal.
Major Responsibilities
- Analyze & Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for numerous locations in multiple states; using an in-house payroll system.
- Enter and verify bonus, vacation, and union payouts. Order pay cards and distribute thru our online vendor.
- Assist with assigning union dues/imitation deductions to employees and reconcile union bills to deductions on a weekly basis.
- Assist with responses to all unemployment claims, employment verifications and government questionnaires.
- Maintain employee records within payroll databases; including, but not limited to, tax changes, terminations/rehires/new hires, names changes, work status changes, position changes, rate changes.
- Assist with entering all wage garnishments and interrogatories.
- Assist with our online employee portal for enrollments and locked accounts.
- Audit internal files to ensure accuracy.
- Run and send reports as needed from our in-house database.
- Maintain companywide time off benefit log and reconcile with biweekly payrolls.
- Check emails, answer phone calls, and research and respond accordingly.
- Scan and maintain all employee files electronically.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred.
- 3-5 years payroll related experience.
- In-house payroll preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Administers various leave programs, benefits offerings, and HR related initiatives including medical leave, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, Life Insurance, 401K, STD/LTD, ADA, and all other leaves and benefits. Analyzes leave and benefit claims or requests, assists managers in the development of alternate work arrangements or coordination of coverage, and manages employee return to service or separation. Ensures compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws/regulations, along with applicable company policies. Coordinates all staff hiring and assists field locations with recruitment efforts and reporting.
Major Responsibilities
- Administers and tracks all employee leave programs and benefit offerings.
- Assists with employee benefits plans and works with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
- Analyzes leave claims or requests and determines employee eligibility.
- Monitor and comply with all legal requirements, including Federal, State and Local laws/regulations as well as regulatory agencies, including annual filings, reports, applications, audits, enrollments and distribution of information to employees by the required deadlines such as SPDs, Disclosures, etc. for the health, welfare and retirement plans.
- Review and analyze changes to applicable laws and regulations pertaining to benefits and leaves, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management including staying current on all market benefit trends to ensure company remains competitive with benefit offerings and leave policies.
- Oversee compliance with E-verify and hiring process and procedures.
- Manage day to day benefits administration and vendor relationships.
- Distribute onboarding packet for all full time hires & complete full hiring process for all Corporate staff, including performing E-verify checks.
- Review and authorize all monthly benefit bills and submissions as well as weekly 401k company match amounts and remit weekly 401k deferrals.
- Collaborate with the Executive Team on annual renewal planning, decisions, and benefits strategy.
- Manage all ancillary benefit programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, Aflac, 401k) enrollments, deferrals, changes, withdrawals, terminations, cancelations, set up, complaints & questions and all audits associated with the benefits.
- Act as a subject matter expert and/or functional lead while partnering closely with Payroll and Accounting to ensure proper withholdings, payments, new hire enrollment, and similar activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred but not required.
- 1 - 4 years of benefits and leave administration experience required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in a highly ethical manner adhering to applicable Federal & State laws.
- Ability to work independently and also as a team.
- Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality.
- 10% travel is possible to field operations.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use applicable programs as required.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as from time to time a transportation terminal facility environment.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The Corporate HR Manager creates positive business relationships with Corporate Directors, Regional Operations Managers, Contract Managers, Regional Managers, Trainers, Drivers, Monitors, Technicians, and other employees to drive initiatives to recruit and retain talent, create a training and development environment, and promote a culture of employee engagement and positive employee relations.
Drives core HR processes including labor requirements and reporting, HR-related training, onboarding, and strategies to reduce employee turnover and improve the employee experience. Specific areas of assisting field operations include employee relations, organizational development, performance management, training, special projects, and EEO, ADA, and ADEA compliance, diversity, and recordkeeping.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Investigate and resolve employee relations issues including the investigation of harassment, discrimination and other charges; manage discipline and discharge functions, and assume responsibility for the uniform and equitable application of policies across the organization.
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Measure effectiveness of HR initiatives and positive employees relations via various tools including employee surveys, audits, and employee meetings; works with management to address identified gaps.
- Provide counseling and guidance to managers in cases of performance and/or disciplinary issues, including investigation, preparing appropriate documentation and developing performance improvement plans.
- Oversee the corporate recruitment support function by providing coaching and guidance where appropriate.
- Create job descriptions, maintain handbooks, and facilitate recruitment including advertising for open positions, interviewing, selecting, making offers and on-boarding.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee by identifying bench strength and providing career path counseling.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals; handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing and conducting grievance investigation.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and minimum of four (4) years of progressive human resources experience.
- PHR or SPHR. (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 25% - 35% travel to field operations.
- 2+ years of transportation experience. (preferred)
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% or more may be required.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Manager and Director of Safety and other members of the management team to create a positive safety culture and deliver expected safety results. Works with other executives to create policies, training programs and deliver high levels of driver compliance.
Major Responsibilities
- Serves as resource for site locations by supporting and counseling managers & safety coordinators regarding safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Subject matter experts in federal, state, and local safety regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
- Develops and evaluates safety training programs.
- Evaluates hazardous conditions and practices and makes recommendations on hazard control.
- Assists ROM in managing safety cost control efforts.
- Reviews and analyzes near misses, collisions, and injuries and makes necessary recommendations on as needed basis.
- Conducts location safety audits.
- Works with insurance adjustors aid in claims administration.
- Prepares accurate and timely reports as required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in safety related field with concentration in transportation or minimum of 5 years of experience in safety related position(s) preferred.
- Minimum high school degree or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Broad knowledge of federal and state safety regulations.
- Good communication skills; oral, written and interpersonal.
- Excellent leadership and analytical skills.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Well organized and able to practice sound time management.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 75% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Coach for the school district who drives his/her school district team(s) to events. Primary responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- May drive a regular route or drive when location need warrants. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road physical requirements include:
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Complete Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspections and other repair work, consistent with a school bus maintenance technician on company vehicles for assigned locations. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees. May direct the work of others.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines and industry standards.
- Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards.
- Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.
- Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers.
- Communicates all inspection findings with location. Documents all findings in the maintenance management system(s).
- Notifies Local TIC and RMM of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, office equipment, and additional programs as required.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Travel to other locations is required.
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing & Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Directs and oversees financial activities of multiple locations, including preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts. Seeks operational efficiencies. Regional financial consultant.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops locations’ budgets and forecasts and monitors performance.
- Generates timely financial reports and information, including operational analysis.
- Analyzes operational costs and audits driver standard hours to pinpoint opportunities for efficiencies.
- Confers with regional and location management to coordinate and prioritize planning and provides relevant fiscal information.
- Monitors locations’ KPIs and assists with corrective actions.
- Performs monthly location billing reviews; approves and assists in issue resolution.
- Reviews weekly payroll and assists in issue resolution.
- Train/assist location personnel on accounting software/excel.
- Participates in bid reviews, including RFP and bid analysis.
- Performs accounts receivable aging review and assists in collection efforts.
- Other projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience, or Equivalent Master’s Degree with minimum of 5 years of experience.
- CPA designation desirable but not required
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Advanced excel skills and basic knowledge of databases.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and managerial skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and share finding across the organization.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 35% of the time may be required. Majority of travel is within 1-2 hours of assigned “Home” base.
Job Purpose
The Director of Information Technology is responsible for daily technical activities and development of strategic technology roadmap that engenders best practices and usage of technology which enhances the business. This position works closely with senior management, field operations and all supporting business functions. The Director will oversee internal and external IT resources to improve the sharing, security and reliability of Information and Information sharing for the company.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute IT technology and system roadmaps that translate business requirements into projects, goals, and deliverables.
- Prioritize, assign, and manage a portfolio of projects in support of business goals; ensure delivery of projects within time and cost limitations.
- Establish effective partnerships with functional leadership across the organization to ensure that technology solutions are effective and in alignment with functional and organizational needs.
- Lead and manage the infrastructure, application and networking to ensure systems operate at their optimal performance.
- Participate, as a member of the business leadership team, in planning and executing activities by providing systemic and technology solutions.
- Evaluate effectiveness, efficiency, and costs of technology and systems, research new or alternative solutions, and make recommendations to senior management as appropriate.
- Develop, lead, implement, and monitor information technology governance, system policies and controls to ensure data security and IT systems across a wide variety of platforms, hardware, and user needs in compliance with industry, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for implementing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery practices as appropriate.
- Responsible for all vendor management and contractual agreements, including but not limited to, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and software licensing.
- Develop and manage the annual IT budget; including project planning, expense management, and external resource utilization.
- Maintain working knowledge of new and evolving technologies and systems for possible application to developing or future organization needs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field; preferred Masters.
- 8-10 years progressive management experience in Information Technology.
Experience & Skills Required
- Excellent communication, analytical, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- 3-5 years infrastructure, network, desktop and telephony management.
- 3-5 years enterprise application development and support.
- 3-5 years managing help desk – tickets and resources for efficient time to resolution.
- 3-5 years managing external managed services provider (MSP) relationships.
- 3-5 years vendor management for technical services.
- 3-5 years managing technology in multi-site environment.
- 3-5 years project management.
- Superior computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Technical Environment:
- Attendance Enterprise Application.
- Avaya IP Office Telephony.
- Dynamic Great Plains ERP.
- Microsoft Active Directory.
- Microsoft IIS.
- Microsoft Office 365.
- Microsoft Exchange.
- Microsoft Power BI.
- Microsoft SQL Server.
- Microsoft SSRS Reporting.
- Microsoft Windows Server.
- Remote Desktop Services Gateway.
- ConnectWise Remote assistance.
- Synovia GPS.
- Tyler Technology Versatrans Student Transportation – Routing and Planning.
- TMT Fleet Maintenance.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment and at times a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Oversee the day-to-day purchasing, item master updates, parts standardization and warranty claims duties for the NACSB fleet. Work with vendors and manufacturers to ensure quality and pricing meet NACSB expectations.
Major Responsibilities
- Coordinate and ensure completion of all parts entry into the maintenance system.
- Distribute recalls/campaigns from manufacturers to the field maintenance team.
- Review, evaluate, and process all warranty claims, including resolving and adjusting claims.
- Perform all parts and warranty administration. Train all end users and gather and distribute weekly/monthly reports.
- Ensure data integrity, both active and inactive, within the maintenance system.
- Assist in the coordination of maintenance/repair of vehicles assigned to corporate or local levels.
- Ensure parts quality meets or exceeds OEM standards.
- Gather fleet and maintenance information from the local operations for the weekly/monthly KPI reports for corporate and regional staff.
- Main point of contact for all parts and warranty claims. Is the company liaison with vendors for parts and warranty items.
- Keep all parts purchase and warranty files up to date and in compliance with Federal, State and Local compliance standards
- Coordinate with the local operations regarding bi-annual part inventories.
- Manage vendor performance within the scope of the contractual obligation.
- Participate in vehicle and material specification reviews.
- Analyze detailed data for RFP and RFQ reviews.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical school or degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Works closely with the Regional Operations Managers, Director of Maintenance, Contract Managers and other members of the management team in implementing and managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations within their regions to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provide direction and guidance to TICs in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensures compliance with Federal & State DOT regulations, maintenance standards and company policies and procedures. Monitors and drives safety within the Maintenance organization.
- Strategically manages and drives financial budgets of shops; explains budget variances and develops action plans to meet targets.
- Monitors maintenance system compliance to ensure all labor, repairs, and parts are documented within the system. Conducts parts cycle counting and fleet audits as needed. Works with the shops to ensure warranty claims are documented and processed. Monitors core returns to minimize potential charges.
- Makes proactive recommendations to change standards, procedures, & policies which enhance shop performance and efficiencies. Turns in weekly reports and attends weekly meetings with the Director of Maintenance.
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with both internal and external customers & management to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Investigates and approves repairs orders. Works with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) on repair solutions and possible campaign information.
- Monitors & ensures performance of shops through strategic planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other processes to meet the company’s standards of excellence. Collects, records, & analyzes various data and information.
- Develops & fosters lines of communication between shops, operations, and corporate office to keep all informed of potential issues.
- Assists in the recruiting, selection, assessment, & development of technicians.
- Develops subordinates through counseling, training, and empowerment of responsibilities. Trains TICs on company standards, practices, procedures, and ensures new technicians are being properly and adequately trained.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Technical certificate, trade school or equivalent experience.
- OEM software preferred Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices
Experience & Skills Required
- Strong written & interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent leadership, analytical & troubleshooting skills.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial position with emphasis in transportation specifications and applications, and the development of maintenance standards Broad knowledge of vehicle maintenance, diesel preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as a team player Strong financial and budgetary skills Ability to plan strategically.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Exhibits progressive leadership through actions and measurable results.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers. Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
To serve as the company’s vehicle maintenance leader responsible for the maintenance culture and results in over 3,000 vehicles operating in multiple states. The Director of Maintenance is a member of the company’s senior management team and interacts frequently with all levels of management and employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Directs and responsible for the delivery of the company’s vehicle maintenance program utilizing measurable results. Responsible for roll-out and utilization of Vehicle Maintenance System.
- Directs and creates the design, development, organization and communication of all maintenance policies and procedures. Develop and lead the maintenance audit process to ensure compliance of programs, policies and procedures.
- Direct and coach the location and Regional staff related to vehicle maintenance and fleet matters.
- Assess and oversee effective manpower planning. Assist in the hiring and development of key vehicle maintenance personnel. Directs and leads the training programs to ensure we have highly qualified and skilled vehicle maintenance teams.
- Analyzes location and company vehicle maintenance statistics. Leads the development and implementation of action plans to address deficiencies and adverse trends.
- Provides daily guidance and monitoring of all regional budgeting and vehicle maintenance spend working with locations and regional staff. Annual budget preparation and inventory control.
- Ensure preventative maintenance program is implemented and followed across the enterprise to drive optimum cost-effective fleet spend.
- Manages vendors related to vehicle maintenance and fleet to obtain optimum service and cost effectiveness. Ensures all warranty dollars are received and recall work is completed and processed.
- Acts as ranking company representative in dealing with government agencies on vehicle maintenance and fleet matters affecting the company. Interacts with Local, State and Federal levels.
- Monitor and ensure compliance of all vehicle maintenance and facility requirements, regulations and laws including DOT, EPA and OSHA.
- Manage fleet needs, specifications and purchasing.
- Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the CEO.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
- Vocational degree in technical engineering or equivalent in engine/vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Additional education in business desired.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 10 years management and supervision of a company-wide vehicle maintenance program with a fleet of more than 1,000 vehicles and multiple vehicle maintenance shops.
- Medium duty fleet experience required.
- History of increasingly responsible vehicle maintenance management experience.
- Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
- Strong working knowledge of DOT regulations.
- Ability to participate and facilitate group meetings.
- Ability to challenge current thinking and improve the vehicle maintenance performance and culture.
- Experience in fleet and vehicle maintenance budgeting and financial responsibility.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Perform administrative accounting functions and data entry without direct supervision. Support and supervise other AP departmental employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Generate and review various daily, weekly, and monthly reports, metrics, accounts and batch information.
- Perform various duties related to Manager + and Great Plains function.
- Run items add and new PO import maps.
- Review/Post/Inter-company Resale of AP Clerks’ daily batches.
- Supervise AP Clerks.
- Create/Review/Print weekly ICSB check runs.
- Create electronic prepaid sales tax payments and document.
- Complete vendor credit applications, reconcile vendor statements, and vendor tax-exemption documents.
- Work with IT Support (ProTechs) on purchasing and tracking computers.
- Review, complete and generate master/individual credit cards usage reports for all cardholder/gas cards.
- Generate rent payments (review/update reoccurring batch in GP balance/post. Generate ACH payments and Checks.
- Monthly A/P accrual generation, journal entry, chargebacks and aging.
- Entry of 2 National Union invoices (AL and WC Insurance losses).
- Annually compile/Audit reports for 1099 vendors.
- Electronically file 1096 with IRS via FIRE transmission.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance related field preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal & written communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Works closely with Safety Manager, location staff, and Contract Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety, customer service, and operational results.
Major Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes a safe environment at all times.
- Provides direction, coaching, counseling, & training to drivers.
- Monitors and evaluates student loading and unloading and meets with school officials as necessary.
- Analyze safety trends and technology reports to develop recommendations, and implement corrections as required.
- Implements and conducts road evaluations/observations on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Conducts regular fleet & facility inspections, which includes evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel & completion of pre/post trips.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Investigates injury & collision claims and works with Safety Manager to close claims.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety & driving experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy. School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours while driving.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Responsible for delivering all facets of recruiting success for the location(s) assigned. This will be achieved through traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. Plays a critical role in ensuring the company is hiring the best possible candidate for the position available and properly staffed.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute recruiting plans.
- Attend job fairs, post openings, pass out flyers, hang banners, etc.
- Administrative duties including files and records.
- Recruit, screen and interview candidates and assist with on-boarding as necessary.
- Efficiently and effectively fill open positions while anticipating turnover.
- Recommend new sources of active and passive candidate recruiting.
- Other assignments at the discretion of the Manager.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in school busing or related industry.
- Recruiting experience preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work varying hours.
- Competitive nature with a strong desire to succeed.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure Self-motivated.
- Possess clear understanding of laws pertaining to the hiring of school bus drivers and monitors.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Managers/Director of Maintenance/Contract Managers/Location Maintenance and other members of the management team in implementing, managing, and providing technical knowledge and analysis of the fleet management application, high-level system investigation, integration, documentation, implementation advice and user documentation and training.
Applies principles and methods to system disruptions and training to arrive at desired solutions. Analyst is the Subject Matter Expert for the maintenance business system managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provides direction and guidance to Shop Technicians in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Works with the project team to configure, test, and manage the business solution. “Owns” the Fleet Maintenance System and is considered the functional expert.
- Responsible for the day-to-day management of the maintenance solution in terms of tracking and reporting issues with the application. Serves as primary point of contact for NACSB and applicable vendors on elevated issues, as well as, providing timely updates of issues and ETA for resolutions.
- Engages leadership & end users across the business to build confidence and impact collaboration across the organization.
- Assesses business needs to design, develop, and implement, additional learning initiatives that drive efficient application usage.
- Develops solution modeling and test environments to validate findings and apply to future state of application solution as it would affect the day-to-day usage.
- Responsible for training all users in assigned area of responsibility, including new hire training, refresher training, skills enhancement training, and all other needs that maybe identified from time to time based on business need.
- Drives all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), audit usage and escalate issues to management, all while communicating statuses effectively. Creates job aids as it relates to training and end user manuals and SOPs. Supports and drives change management within the organization.
- Manages parts master list to ensure data integrity as well as inventory accuracy. Assist in inventory cycle counts as well as drive compliance of physical inventories.
- Responsible for inventory accuracy between fleet management software and accounts payable software.
- Runs reports and provides basic analytics on inventory, data integrity, and other requests as defined by management.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- B.A./B.S. in Business Administration, Operations Management or other related field preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience with fleet management applications/software or proven leadership skills in system and process management.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Knowledge of required maintenance, vehicle management, DOT, FMCSA regulations and school bus industry is a plus.
- Requires a detail-orientated, self-starter in managing and supporting vehicle maintenance using enterprise applications, SOPs and audit processes.
- Experience in implementing enterprise class business solutions.
- Results oriented, with strong focus on execution and team collaboration.
- Proven leadership skills including critical thinking, positivity, and trustworthiness, which motivate and inspire others.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, knell, stoop, climb, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Manages day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop, including, repairs, PMs, and overhauls of school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Directs the work of others. Trains and motivates maintenance staff. Works without direct supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Major Responsibilities
- Manages day-to-day shop staff and operation.
- Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Reviews repair orders.
- Delegates responsibilities as appropriate and monitors performance; takes corrective action as deemed necessary.
- Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements.
- Works closely with Contract Manager and Regional Operations Manager providing status of maintenance and budget requirements. May review financial and budget variances, review orders, estimate repairs, and approve related documents.
- Order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work, including building maintains and grounds keeping.
- Ensures technicians are trained properly and equipped so work is performed safely, on time, and cost effectively.
- Manages special projects as assigned.
- Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and Contract Manager.
- Handles disciplinary concerns and employee development with shop personnel including training and development, planning work, and addressing performance issues.
- May perform limited repairs on school bus equipment.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- ASE certified strongly preferred.
- Diesel certification strongly preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation industry, including repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment.
- 5+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications.
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical managerial experience preferred.
- Good written & verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Manager +.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
To support the Contract Manager in supervising daily operations related to dispatching, routing, employee relations, and customer contact, including but not limited to, route supervision, staff and driver supervision, charter program oversight, effective communication with internal and external customers and coaching employees for optimal performance, managing the entire operation in the absence of the Contract Manager, comply with all company policies.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervises AM /PM activities to ensure all routes run on time.
- Assist drivers with questions or problems. Supervises the communication of driver concerns or route changes with the district.
- Assist the manager in meeting school district requirements.
- Oversees the location’s video camera system.
- Assists the contract manager with supervision of location staff. Communicates job requirements and expectations. Monitors the performance of staff and provides coaching, corrective action, and guidance, as required.
- Gathering all data for month end billing for the contracts the location serves.
- Calculates pre-billing on all charter, field trip and lease invoices daily making sure the proper rates are applied and all required information is tabulated. Provides responses to customer inquiries regarding invoices.
- Responsible for bank reconciliation reports.
- Assists with screening, selection, and on boarding of hourly drivers, monitors, and technicians.
- Responsible for unemployment process.
- Maintains, with the safety coordinator, all record keeping of Workers’ Compensation injuries.
- "Fully trained and capable of running other departments in the event a department becomes vacant. Duties in other departments include, but are not limited to: Dispatching, Safety, Clerical, Service Attendant.
- In conjunction with safety coordinator, ensure all federal, state, local and company record keeping requirements including Driver Exemption Logs, Motor Vehicle Reports and Criminal Records are met.
- Performs any other management requests or directives as they relate to the overall function of the facility.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Considerable local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Minimal overnight travel.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Manages day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop. Maintains, repairs, and overhauls school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Directs the work of others. Trains and motivates maintenance staff. Works without direct supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervises day-to-day shop staff.
- Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Reviews repair orders.
- Delegates responsibilities as appropriate and monitors performance.
- Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements.
- May order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work.
- May arrange services for building and ground keeping.
- Completes special projects as assigned. Required to perform hands-on work activities.
- Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and Contract Manager.
- Handles disciplinary concerns and employee development with shop personnel.
- Repairs and maintains diesel engines and school bus equipment.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry, including repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications.
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical managerial experience preferred.
- Good written & verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Manager +
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
To support all departments with building and grounds needs. May travel between multiple lots.
Major Responsibilities
- Property ground work: mow grass, spray & pull weeds, shrub and tree trimming, leaf removal.
- Snow removal & ice melt distribution.
- Parts runner.
- Fill in on fuel island and wash bay as needed including vehicle fluid checker.
- Small maintenance repairs on office or shop; paint, replace door handles, fix faucet, replace light bulbs.
- Ensure block heater cords are okay and GFIs are working.
- Monthly fire extinguisher checks in the buildings and back of buses.
- Assist shop with small repairs: seat repair or light bulb replacement.
- May act as site security.
- Work together with the safety personnel to ensure safe grounds/property.
- Move buses around the lot.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDC may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Minimal local travel if overseeing multiple lots.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Plan, direct and coordinate management of the operation of a school bus facility(ies) revenue contract fulfillment with appropriate attention to customer service, safety, employee relations, performance tracking and financials. Serves as the location safety leader responsible for safety culture and results.
Major Responsibilities
- Effectively uses Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other tools to drive performance and accountability in all areas.
- Oversees the daily operations, including staffing, development, performance, work schedules and duties.
- Ensures service is on-time and efficient and passenger wellbeing; safe pickup/drop-off/placards/student management.
- Ensures adequate number of drivers and process for covering absenteeism.
- Directs location’s financial and budget activities to stay within budgetary limits and forecast activities.
- Maintains client relationships and provides excellent customer service.
- Attends School Board meetings periodically and as required.
- Monitors revenue contract administration and compliance.
- Oversees necessary financial operations such as approval of invoices (billing and collection) for customers, all labor costs (including non-revenue), fuel cost, and maintenance spend, recommendations and justification of capital purchasing.
- Oversees the time and attendance tracking as it relates to hourly staff and driver time, including all overtime. Develops route labor standards.
- Assists with HR matters, labor relations, processes and investigations.
- Ensures maintenance of records and compliance with licensing and safety requirements (DOT, Federal, and State). Driver credential compliance.
- Ensures compliance with Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Monitors vehicle usage, ensuring appropriate inspection and certification of buses and efficient utilization of spares as required to operate as required by the revenue contract.
- Ensures compliance with the company maintenance policy and procedures.
- Controls programs and functionality of ancillary equipment (cameras, zonar, child checkmate, crossing gates, radios, GPS).
- Ensures that facility is appropriately maintained, understanding the requirements for OSHA, ADA and fulfilling our obligation for maintaining a secure and clean environment.
- Responsible for timely submissions to Corporate departments.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience required.
- CDL required.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Manages and provides oversight of safety program to support the Contract Manager, Assistant Contract Manager, and Regional Safety Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety results.
Major Responsibilities
- Plans, implements, coordinates, and assess safety and health programs.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Analyze safety records, develops recommendations, and implement corrections as required.
- Implements and monitors the contents of classroom training to insure compliance with all federal, state, and company requirements.
- Provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training for all new and current employees as needed; to include required certification and skills enhancement training.
- Initiates and maintains all training files to insure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Provides direction, guidance, and training, and establishes schedules for location trainers, following consistent training procedures.
- Conducts regular meetings with trainers evaluating training issues, collisions, and personal injuries or as required by contract.
- Implements and conducts annual road evaluation/observation on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Implements, and coordinates monthly safety meetings including but not limited to; topic selection, agenda development, presentation, meeting room set-up, notification and recording of attendee’s.
- Measures and evaluates effectiveness of safety programs.
- Assists C/M and maintenance personnel in fleet inspection for damage, cleanliness, and other safety related items.
- Conducts regular facility inspections to include evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel.
- Investigates, reports, maintains & cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The HR & Compliance Supervisor is responsible for Human Resources assigned responsibilities and to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory agency requirements. The Supervisor should establish and promote safe, healthy, and productive working conditions, best available industry practices are being used, atmosphere of positive employee relations, environment of employee engagement, and culture of high performance. The Supervisor works closely with Contract Manager, Regional Safety Manager, Trainers, Drivers, and other employees. Serves as location safety, training, and HR Subject Matter Expert.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and policies while demonstrating and promoting a safe environment and positive employee relations atmosphere.
- Provide point of contact for HR related activities while problem solving using policy, procedures, and practices to identify best fit approach to resolve issue in a positive manner.
- Responsible for meeting all hourly staffing needs including recruitment, screening, selection, training, and orientation while ensuring all activities are compliant with all federal, state, customer, and company requirements.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals. Handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing, making grievance adjustments, conducting grievance hearings, preparing arbitration cases, and developing policies & procedures.
- Initiates and maintains all applicable files to assure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to personnel files, training records, safety records, behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Shares responsibility with CM related to authority for hiring, firing, promotions, and disciplinary action for hourly positions. Supervises hourly and staff positions.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment. Ensure adherence to company policy and/or CBA while providing guidance on personnel issues.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee/labor relations.
- Ensure HR, Safety, Training and other related practices and programs fully aligned with company/customer policy and agency requirements.
- Conduct investigations and audits of safety, compliance, Workers Compensation, and HR related issues and situations. Determine and initiate corrective measures.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent and Bachelor’s Degree in related subject (required) Possession of CDL operator’s license with endorsement (required within 90 days) PHR or SPHR (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 1 to 2 years of transportation safety experience (preferred).
- 1 to 2 years of Human Resources experience (preferred).
- Working knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding bus transportation, safety and human resources issues (preferred).
- Ability to relate to staff in a positive and effective manner.
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives.
- Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Leads and analyzes, under limited supervision, the payroll, billing, and accounts receivable functions for assigned operating locations.
Major Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and approves the payroll from operating locations. This may include some payroll processing tasks.
- Responsible for preparing reports and working with operations staff to manage and ensure fiscal operating efficiencies, including standard hours.
- Utilizes computer softwares to analyze business in an effort to improve cost controls and identify deficiencies. Includes, but is not limited to GPS, payroll and routing systems.
- Prepares and reviews all location invoices, customer bills and assures follow-up and timely collection.
- Analyzes variances and prepares trend reports to ensure appropriate follow up and management actions can be taken to reduce costs.
- Develops & Manages standard operating procedures for financial accounting within company guidelines. Responsible to train operations personnel on processes and procedures.
- Assists in the preparation of budgets, forecast models and financial reports as needed.
- Primary liaison to corporate finance departments. Coordinates, prepares and submits information requested to regional and corporate staff, including month end closing activities.
- Analyzes monthly financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis and works with operations management to determine appropriate action plans.
- Other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments and/or locations during peak times.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance preferred.
- Associate’s degree with related experience required.
- 1-3 years of experience in financial related field.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Have understanding of financial and payroll standards.
- Good verbal communication skills and be a team player, willing to assist where needed.
- Knowledge of operations based environment is a plus.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, database and accounting computer application systems.
- Exceptional organizational & analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Directs the operations of a Region comprised of multiple locations, geographically dispersed. Is responsible for the overall success of the Region in all functions.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops and monitors budget activity within the Region in order to ensure maximum Regional performance. Responsible for financial performance of Region.
- Responsible for the management of the Region’s assets, and vehicle maintenance.
- Responsible for the direct supervision of a Regional staff, and several Contract Managers ensuring company policies and procedures and implemented fairly and consistently.
- Maintains excellent customer service relationship with Region’s customers.
- Develops programs, ensures consistency in administration of company policies and procedures in order to ensure effective and positive employee relations.
- Keeps abreast of governmental laws and regulations and ensures Region is in compliance.
- Effectively interacts with others by demonstrating high degree of credibility, and is responsible for development of initiatives in support of, and development of subordinates.
- Demonstrates a strong sense of mission in the development and execution of a strategic business plan. Motivates others by establishing clear vision as to the needs necessary to ensure success in profit performance, client relations, and business development.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or other related field.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in transportation, manufacturing or logistics.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- High level of understanding of management and employee labor relations.
- Ability to be persuasive and give leadership to subordinates.
- Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
- Strong business background in financial, strategic, and organizational analysis.
- Prior history of staff supervision and development.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
To support the Contract Manager in managing daily operations and administrative functions, including but not limited to, route supervision, staff and driver supervision, charter program oversight, effective communication with internal and external customers and coaching employees for optimal performance, managing the entire operation in the absence of the Contract Manager, complying with all company policies. To prepare the individual to take on a Contract Manager role within 12 months.
Major Responsibilities
- Assists contract manager with oversight of location including supervision of location staff. Communicated job requirements and expectations. Monitors the performance of staff, provides coaching and guidance, and takes corrective measures when necessary as required.
- Assists the manager in meeting school district requirements, including resolving service issues.
- Assists with the financial administration of the location to meet targets, including monitoring spending.
- Assists in problem solving and human resources with regard to employees and policy enforcement.
- Assists with student management and addresses issues.
- Fully trained and capable of running other departments in the event a department becomes vacant. Duties in other departments include, but are not limited to: Dispatching, Safety, and Clerical.
- In conjunction with safety coordinator, ensures all federal, state, local and company recordkeeping requirements including Workers Compensation, Driver Exemption Logs, Motor Vehicle Reports, Controlled Substance program and Criminal Records are met.
- Develop all skills necessary to become a Contract Manager in the future, as well as be flexible to manager and/or assist other locations when needed.
- Perform any other management requests or directives as they relate to the overall function of the facility.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL may be required with school bus endorsements.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Provide executive administrative and analytical support to CEO, CFO, and the executive staff, including maintaining corporate records and databases. Support the company by providing reporting solutions with an understanding of organizational business needs.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and evaluating new and existing systems, reports, and plans by utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel, Access) and any systems/software.
- Translate business requirements into specifications that will be used to implement the required reports to be created from multiple data sources.
- Analyze data to develop recommendations for efficiency improvements.
- Manage facility leases and assist Finance Department in preparation of annual budget.
- Performs complex and confidential administrative functions including preparing confidential reports and correspondence.
- Manage day to day operations of Corporate Office and provide administrative support for the Executive team and other staff functions as needed.
- Maintain vendor relationships related to the following services: Copier, IT Support, Corporate Landlord, Other as needed
- Manages and analyzes annual customer and employee survey process.
- Serve as website administrator to facilitate company’s online presence.
- Special projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1-3 years of experience of business management, or equivalent experience
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong Microsoft tools experience (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access) required
- Great Plains experience preferred
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
Job Purpose
To provide support to the Controller, Regional Controllers, Contract Managers and Chief Financial Officer.
Major Responsibilities
- Compiles and distributes monthly financial statements and various reports to intended parties, weekly driver/staff recruiting report, weekly KPI scorecard, various budgeting reports.
- Enters and uploads budget imports, monthly inventory and insurance general ledger entries into the accounting system.
- Extracts and consolidates data for analysis (fuel MPG/rate analysis, driver standard hours vs. actual hours wage analysis, driver overtime analysis, safety spend analysis, accident and worker's compensation frequency ratio analysis, contact revenue and cost analysis) from various software programs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelors degree in Business
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Execute all job duties while following company policies and procedures.
- Transportation industry experience preferred, not required.
- Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- EMS, Great Plaines, Management Reporter or similar software experience.
- Microsoft SharePoint experience preferred, not required.
Job Purpose
Compile and submit payroll for location employees using in-house software/methods and all related payroll documents. Support local management team in all payroll needs, including training and special requests. Main point of contact for employees with payroll issues. Works closely with dispatch to ensure proper payment to employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Compile, review & submit payroll to the Corporate payroll department on a weekly basis prior to the established deadlines.
- Verify that all employees are completing and submitting all necessary payroll related documents in a timely fashion (i.e. Timesheets, Request for Time Off, Standard Hours, and Charters, etc.).
- Utilize and confirm hours within the time and attendance system on a daily basis.
- Operate GPS system to verify exceptions to standard hours.
- Work closely with site safety department to process new employee files and records and submit to Contract Manager for approval. Perform timely submission of all approved paperwork to Corporate Payroll.
- Assist safety department in the maintenance of all current and historical employee files according to policy. Performs periodic internal location audit of files.
- Complete standard hours audits.
- Maintain accurate driver seniority list which can be regularly updated and posted.
- Maintain and update log of paid time off for all employees at location.
- Assist office clerk in processing customer and charter billing.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Responsible for working with the Regional Operations Manager to provide effective direction and accountability in day-to-day management of multiple locations, and which may include overall supervision of a location, including staff and logistical operations, daily service performance, safety management and liaison with school districts. May coordinate office responsibilities and assist in administrative functions.
Major Responsibilities
- Resolves administrative problems by coordinating preparation of reports, analyzing data, and identifying solutions
- Provides information to terminals assigned to a specific region of the company
- Interviews callers, arranges appointments, and handles office details
- May be required to work on site at different company terminals
- Develops and maintains confidential files
- Works independently without direct supervision
- Enters and retrieves information using a personal computer and other data processing equipment; reviews data and makes routine corrections
- Will run reports and analyze data from GPS units throughout assigned area
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Will assist other staff and location staff during non-peak charter times. Will be flexible and team player assisting where needed
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred with 3-5 years of administrative experience
Experience & Skills Required
- Experience in school bus transportation, a plus
- Excellent communications and customer service skills
- Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent skills in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to move about the office and utilize office equipment
- Must be able to access filing system/cabinets
- Will be able to communicate efficiently in person or by telephone
- Occasional travel between locations that the position is responsible for
Job Purpose
Assists and analyzes, under direct supervision, payroll, billing and accounts receivable functions for at least three operating locations.
Major Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and approves the payroll files from operating locations. This will include some payroll processing tasks related to charter, training or other functions.
- Creates/recommends standard operating procedures for payroll and billing within assigned locations. Responsible to train operations personnel on processes and procedures
- Operates computer software to analyze business, evaluating to improve cost controls and identify efficiencies – GPS, Payroll, Routing System
- Prepares and reviews all location invoices, customer bills and assures follow-up and timely collection. Alerts Regional Operations Manager of overdue receivables
- Creates and maintains necessary database and spreadsheet files to support assigned locations
- Analyzes variances and prepares trend reports to ensure appropriate follow up and management actions can be taken to reduce costs
- Prepares budgets and forecast models for assigned operating locations and assist business development by providing data and preparation with bid proformas
- Primary liaison for Corporate accounting functions. Coordinates, prepares and submits information requested to Regional and Corporate staff including month end closing activities
- Analyzes monthly financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis and work with operations management to determine appropriate action plans
- May direct and/or supervise the work of others as assigned by the Regional Operations Manager
- Will assist other staff and location staff during non-peak times. Will be flexible and must be a team player assisting where needed
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree or finance related college courses preferred
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of financial analysis or processing experience preferably in a transportation, manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and other company operating software (i.e. GPS, maintenance software, payroll systems, etc.)
- Understanding of financial and payroll standards
- Knowledge of operations based environment and team player willing to assist where needed
- May be required to hold CDL and school bus permit
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to move about the office and utilize office equipment
- Must be able to access filing system/cabinets
- Will be able to communicate efficiently in person or by telephone
- Travel between assigned locations may be required
Job Purpose
This position involves responsibility for assisting in the scheduling and timing of bus routes and drivers for the school district. Additionally, the person maintains related transportation records and fills in as a substitute bus driver as needed.
Major Responsibilities
- Assists in establishing bus routes and in preparing time schedules for buses for pupils in the school district, including driving directions.
- Prepares records on mileage, number of patrons carried and number of stops made on each route.
- Receives and responds to complaints concerning transportation services, making necessary changes.
- Works closely with customer to get up-to-date information on bell times, student rosters and any special needs updates.
- May drive a bus and assist with dispatch, payroll, and billing functions.
- Communicates with location staff and drivers to update routing and make necessary changes.
- Communicates with school district personnel daily.
- Maintains records of student rosters and bell times.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year routing or logistics experience or 2 years driving a bus.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good knowledge of the geography of the district.
- The ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers and parents.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDL may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work. Minimal local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Responsible for coordinating and managing all charter functions. The position will involve customer service, communication with locations, billing and collections.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for scheduling, billing and coordinating all extracurricular and public charter trips. Works closely with all schools and locations to ensure outstanding service levels are achieved.
- Responsible for all clerical duties to ensure that all contractual and legal mandates are met.
- Market and increase our public charter businesses for that area.
- Responsible for managing all extracurricular and public charter billing and following up with any outstanding invoices.
- The above duties are not meant to restrict initiative, but rather to define minimum activities. These duties may be altered to suit the needs of the company, as needed.
- Will assist other staff and locations during non-peak charter times. Will be flexible and ream player assisting where needed.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Assist the location staff by performing clerical & administrative duties at the location level. Will interface with customers, vendors and internal departments in fulfilling day-to-day responsibilities.
Major Responsibilities
- Processes purchase orders and vendor invoices for payment, including completion of the purchase order log and accurate account coding. Provides to CM for review and approval.
- Responsible for final billing of all charter and rental invoices.
- Maintains a daily cash receipts log to record payments received at the location.
- Follows up on all accounts receivable items and notifies manager of delinquent accounts.
- Answer the telephones and respond to customer inquiries or directs call as needed.
- Responsible for the location’s “mail” function including: distribution of mail, preparation of overnight packages, maintaining stamps and other mailing supplies.
- Responsible for the location’s office supply ordering and inventory.
- Performs daily collection of the Fuel and Damage Reports as well as Pre-trip inspection forms.
- Maintains contract files and records.
- Prepares contract correspondence, manager reports and schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment. Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDL may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Handle all payroll needs, assignments, and other clerical duties as needed.
Major Responsibilities
- Assist with all activities necessary to process payroll at that Corporate office including maintaining related records, tax applications, voluntary deductions, entering data, calculating and totaling hours worked.
- Verify that all employees are completing and submitting all necessary payroll related documents in a timely fashion (i.e. Timesheets, Request for Time Off, Standard Hours, and Charters, etc.).
- Submit payroll to Corporate on a weekly basis prior to the established deadlines.
- Maintain and update log of paid time off for all employees at location.
- Utilize and confirm hours within the time and attendance system on a daily basis.
- Complete standard hours audits
- Operate Synovia (our GPS system) to verify hours.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience & Skills Required
- Knowledge of Corporate payroll procedures, payroll system and standard hours.
- Must work well in fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and data entry skills
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Office environment
Job Purpose
Performing clerical duties and analyzing data via several technology based systems. Assist in improving contract performance and managing key budget items and daily KPI performance.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for analyzing daily reports for contract performance (i.e. on-time performance, bus yard departures, pre-trips, student checks, zonar ID’s).
- Must be able to recognize repeat offenders and bring to management’s attention to prevent infractions. Repeat offenders need to be documented within a spreadsheet to adhere to company disciplinary procedures. Must respond to CPS liquidated damages within 24 hours. With data to dispute claim.
- Develop and monitor employee standard hours with the assistance of dispatch.
- Assist with weekly payroll processing and perform payroll when needed.
- Prepare daily overtime reports and non-revenue reports to communicate if any employees in OT and the daily number of each report with the name of the employees.
- Repeat offenders will need to be documented in a spreadsheet to adhere to company disciplinary procedures.
- Maintain CPS DAV system for all employees and fleet.
- Answer the telephone in a professional manner.
- Responsible for the location’s “mail” function including: distribution of mail, preparation of overnight packages, maintaining stamps and other mailing supplies.
- Responsible for the locations office supply ordering and inventory.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, dispatch all buses to ensure on-time performance of service within an assigned geographical area.
Major Responsibilities
- Oversee all routing and scheduling of buses; dispatch buses and provide timely information to drivers on route.
- Counsel & coach drivers and monitors on front line disciplinary & service issues.
- Take all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager or resolve problems directly with the customer.
- Handle heavy phone and radio traffic.
- Serve as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer.
- May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll. May monitor licensing and participate in hiring drivers.
- Provide solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems; resolve issues as needed.
- May handle backup driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties while buses are in route.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Assist drivers with day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with operating contract, state and local ordinances, and company policies and procedures.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL may be required.
- Good verbal communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment.
- Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Works closely with Contract Manager, Assistant Contract Manager, and Regional Safety Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety results.
Major Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes a safe environment at all times.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Analyze safety records & implement corrections as required.
- Implements and monitors the contents of classroom training to insure compliance with all federal, state, and company requirements.
- Provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training for all new and current employees as needed; to include required certification and skills enhancement training.
- Initiates and maintains all training files to insure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Provides direction, guidance, and training, and establishes schedules for location trainers, following consistent training procedures.
- Conducts regular meetings with trainers evaluating training issues, collisions, and personal injuries or as required by contract.
- Implements and conducts annual road evaluation/observation on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Implements, and coordinates monthly safety meetings including but not limited to; topic selection, agenda development, presentation, meeting room set-up, notification and recording of attendee’s. Follows-up with absent attendee’s offering make-up session to guarantee 100% attendance.
- Monitors and evaluates student loading and unloading and meets with school officials as necessary.
- Assists C/M and maintenance personnel in fleet inspection for damage, cleanliness, and other safety related items.
- Conducts regular facility inspections to include evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel.
- Investigates, reports, maintains & cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Maintains, repairs, and overhauls school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. May direct the work of others. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines.
- Inspects and tests equipment at prescribed intervals of time and usage or upon malfunction or breakdown.
- Inspects, tests, and aligns bus lights and wheels and maintains electrical systems and controls. Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals. Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards. Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Disassembles, inspects, and replaces worn or broken parts. Fixes and adjusts new or repaired parts. Oils and greases vehicles; changes filters.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Performs limited bodywork and repainting on vehicles after a breakdown or accident, as needed or as skills allow.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers. May be required to maintain small parts storeroom.
- Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken.
- May direct work on an as needed basis of less skilled technicians.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Physical requirements include:
- Pushing / Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Assist the driver in the safe operation of the route and manage students as defined/identified by school.
Major Responsibilities
- Ability to learn and follow a route sheet or electronic routing device.
- Is responsible for student management and communicates behavior problems with the driver.
- Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks, CSRS and wheelchair lifts.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
School Bus Driver
Job Purpose
Process payrolls for 3000+ employees using in-house software and all related payroll documents. Support local management teams in all payrolls needs, including training and special requests. The main point of contact for employees with escalated issues, wage garnishments, employment verifications, Unemployment wage audits, and employee portal.
Major Responsibilities
- Analyze & Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for numerous locations in multiple states; using an in-house payroll system.
- Enter and verify bonus, vacation, and union payouts. Order pay cards and distribute thru our online vendor.
- Assist with assigning union dues/imitation deductions to employees and reconcile union bills to deductions on a weekly basis.
- Assist with responses to all unemployment claims, employment verifications and government questionnaires.
- Maintain employee records within payroll databases; including, but not limited to, tax changes, terminations/rehires/new hires, names changes, work status changes, position changes, rate changes.
- Assist with entering all wage garnishments and interrogatories.
- Assist with our online employee portal for enrollments and locked accounts.
- Audit internal files to ensure accuracy.
- Run and send reports as needed from our in-house database.
- Maintain companywide time off benefit log and reconcile with biweekly payrolls.
- Check emails, answer phone calls, and research and respond accordingly.
- Scan and maintain all employee files electronically.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred.
- 3-5 years payroll related experience.
- In-house payroll preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Administers various leave programs, benefits offerings, and HR related initiatives including medical leave, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, Life Insurance, 401K, STD/LTD, ADA, and all other leaves and benefits. Analyzes leave and benefit claims or requests, assists managers in the development of alternate work arrangements or coordination of coverage, and manages employee return to service or separation. Ensures compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws/regulations, along with applicable company policies. Coordinates all staff hiring and assists field locations with recruitment efforts and reporting.
Major Responsibilities
- Administers and tracks all employee leave programs and benefit offerings.
- Assists with employee benefits plans and works with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
- Analyzes leave claims or requests and determines employee eligibility.
- Monitor and comply with all legal requirements, including Federal, State and Local laws/regulations as well as regulatory agencies, including annual filings, reports, applications, audits, enrollments and distribution of information to employees by the required deadlines such as SPDs, Disclosures, etc. for the health, welfare and retirement plans.
- Review and analyze changes to applicable laws and regulations pertaining to benefits and leaves, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management including staying current on all market benefit trends to ensure company remains competitive with benefit offerings and leave policies.
- Oversee compliance with E-verify and hiring process and procedures.
- Manage day to day benefits administration and vendor relationships.
- Distribute onboarding packet for all full time hires & complete full hiring process for all Corporate staff, including performing E-verify checks.
- Review and authorize all monthly benefit bills and submissions as well as weekly 401k company match amounts and remit weekly 401k deferrals.
- Collaborate with the Executive Team on annual renewal planning, decisions, and benefits strategy.
- Manage all ancillary benefit programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, Aflac, 401k) enrollments, deferrals, changes, withdrawals, terminations, cancelations, set up, complaints & questions and all audits associated with the benefits.
- Act as a subject matter expert and/or functional lead while partnering closely with Payroll and Accounting to ensure proper withholdings, payments, new hire enrollment, and similar activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred but not required.
- 1 - 4 years of benefits and leave administration experience required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in a highly ethical manner adhering to applicable Federal & State laws.
- Ability to work independently and also as a team.
- Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality.
- 10% travel is possible to field operations.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use applicable programs as required.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as from time to time a transportation terminal facility environment.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The Corporate HR Manager creates positive business relationships with Corporate Directors, Regional Operations Managers, Contract Managers, Regional Managers, Trainers, Drivers, Monitors, Technicians, and other employees to drive initiatives to recruit and retain talent, create a training and development environment, and promote a culture of employee engagement and positive employee relations.
Drives core HR processes including labor requirements and reporting, HR-related training, onboarding, and strategies to reduce employee turnover and improve the employee experience. Specific areas of assisting field operations include employee relations, organizational development, performance management, training, special projects, and EEO, ADA, and ADEA compliance, diversity, and recordkeeping.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Investigate and resolve employee relations issues including the investigation of harassment, discrimination and other charges; manage discipline and discharge functions, and assume responsibility for the uniform and equitable application of policies across the organization.
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Measure effectiveness of HR initiatives and positive employees relations via various tools including employee surveys, audits, and employee meetings; works with management to address identified gaps.
- Provide counseling and guidance to managers in cases of performance and/or disciplinary issues, including investigation, preparing appropriate documentation and developing performance improvement plans.
- Oversee the corporate recruitment support function by providing coaching and guidance where appropriate.
- Create job descriptions, maintain handbooks, and facilitate recruitment including advertising for open positions, interviewing, selecting, making offers and on-boarding.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee by identifying bench strength and providing career path counseling.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals; handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing and conducting grievance investigation.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and minimum of four (4) years of progressive human resources experience.
- PHR or SPHR. (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 25% - 35% travel to field operations.
- 2+ years of transportation experience. (preferred)
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% or more may be required.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Manager and Director of Safety and other members of the management team to create a positive safety culture and deliver expected safety results. Works with other executives to create policies, training programs and deliver high levels of driver compliance.
Major Responsibilities
- Serves as resource for site locations by supporting and counseling managers & safety coordinators regarding safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Subject matter experts in federal, state, and local safety regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
- Develops and evaluates safety training programs.
- Evaluates hazardous conditions and practices and makes recommendations on hazard control.
- Assists ROM in managing safety cost control efforts.
- Reviews and analyzes near misses, collisions, and injuries and makes necessary recommendations on as needed basis.
- Conducts location safety audits.
- Works with insurance adjustors aid in claims administration.
- Prepares accurate and timely reports as required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in safety related field with concentration in transportation or minimum of 5 years of experience in safety related position(s) preferred.
- Minimum high school degree or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Broad knowledge of federal and state safety regulations.
- Good communication skills; oral, written and interpersonal.
- Excellent leadership and analytical skills.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Well organized and able to practice sound time management.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 75% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Coach for the school district who drives his/her school district team(s) to events. Primary responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- May drive a regular route or drive when location need warrants. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road physical requirements include:
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Complete Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspections and other repair work, consistent with a school bus maintenance technician on company vehicles for assigned locations. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees. May direct the work of others.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines and industry standards.
- Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards.
- Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.
- Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers.
- Communicates all inspection findings with location. Documents all findings in the maintenance management system(s).
- Notifies Local TIC and RMM of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, office equipment, and additional programs as required.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Travel to other locations is required.
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing & Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Directs and oversees financial activities of multiple locations, including preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts. Seeks operational efficiencies. Regional financial consultant.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops locations’ budgets and forecasts and monitors performance.
- Generates timely financial reports and information, including operational analysis.
- Analyzes operational costs and audits driver standard hours to pinpoint opportunities for efficiencies.
- Confers with regional and location management to coordinate and prioritize planning and provides relevant fiscal information.
- Monitors locations’ KPIs and assists with corrective actions.
- Performs monthly location billing reviews; approves and assists in issue resolution.
- Reviews weekly payroll and assists in issue resolution.
- Train/assist location personnel on accounting software/excel.
- Participates in bid reviews, including RFP and bid analysis.
- Performs accounts receivable aging review and assists in collection efforts.
- Other projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience, or Equivalent Master’s Degree with minimum of 5 years of experience.
- CPA designation desirable but not required
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Advanced excel skills and basic knowledge of databases.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and managerial skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and share finding across the organization.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 35% of the time may be required. Majority of travel is within 1-2 hours of assigned “Home” base.
Job Purpose
The Director of Information Technology is responsible for daily technical activities and development of strategic technology roadmap that engenders best practices and usage of technology which enhances the business. This position works closely with senior management, field operations and all supporting business functions. The Director will oversee internal and external IT resources to improve the sharing, security and reliability of Information and Information sharing for the company.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute IT technology and system roadmaps that translate business requirements into projects, goals, and deliverables.
- Prioritize, assign, and manage a portfolio of projects in support of business goals; ensure delivery of projects within time and cost limitations.
- Establish effective partnerships with functional leadership across the organization to ensure that technology solutions are effective and in alignment with functional and organizational needs.
- Lead and manage the infrastructure, application and networking to ensure systems operate at their optimal performance.
- Participate, as a member of the business leadership team, in planning and executing activities by providing systemic and technology solutions.
- Evaluate effectiveness, efficiency, and costs of technology and systems, research new or alternative solutions, and make recommendations to senior management as appropriate.
- Develop, lead, implement, and monitor information technology governance, system policies and controls to ensure data security and IT systems across a wide variety of platforms, hardware, and user needs in compliance with industry, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for implementing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery practices as appropriate.
- Responsible for all vendor management and contractual agreements, including but not limited to, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and software licensing.
- Develop and manage the annual IT budget; including project planning, expense management, and external resource utilization.
- Maintain working knowledge of new and evolving technologies and systems for possible application to developing or future organization needs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field; preferred Masters.
- 8-10 years progressive management experience in Information Technology.
Experience & Skills Required
- Excellent communication, analytical, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- 3-5 years infrastructure, network, desktop and telephony management.
- 3-5 years enterprise application development and support.
- 3-5 years managing help desk – tickets and resources for efficient time to resolution.
- 3-5 years managing external managed services provider (MSP) relationships.
- 3-5 years vendor management for technical services.
- 3-5 years managing technology in multi-site environment.
- 3-5 years project management.
- Superior computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Technical Environment:
- Attendance Enterprise Application.
- Avaya IP Office Telephony.
- Dynamic Great Plains ERP.
- Microsoft Active Directory.
- Microsoft IIS.
- Microsoft Office 365.
- Microsoft Exchange.
- Microsoft Power BI.
- Microsoft SQL Server.
- Microsoft SSRS Reporting.
- Microsoft Windows Server.
- Remote Desktop Services Gateway.
- ConnectWise Remote assistance.
- Synovia GPS.
- Tyler Technology Versatrans Student Transportation – Routing and Planning.
- TMT Fleet Maintenance.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment and at times a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Oversee the day-to-day purchasing, item master updates, parts standardization and warranty claims duties for the NACSB fleet. Work with vendors and manufacturers to ensure quality and pricing meet NACSB expectations.
Major Responsibilities
- Coordinate and ensure completion of all parts entry into the maintenance system.
- Distribute recalls/campaigns from manufacturers to the field maintenance team.
- Review, evaluate, and process all warranty claims, including resolving and adjusting claims.
- Perform all parts and warranty administration. Train all end users and gather and distribute weekly/monthly reports.
- Ensure data integrity, both active and inactive, within the maintenance system.
- Assist in the coordination of maintenance/repair of vehicles assigned to corporate or local levels.
- Ensure parts quality meets or exceeds OEM standards.
- Gather fleet and maintenance information from the local operations for the weekly/monthly KPI reports for corporate and regional staff.
- Main point of contact for all parts and warranty claims. Is the company liaison with vendors for parts and warranty items.
- Keep all parts purchase and warranty files up to date and in compliance with Federal, State and Local compliance standards
- Coordinate with the local operations regarding bi-annual part inventories.
- Manage vendor performance within the scope of the contractual obligation.
- Participate in vehicle and material specification reviews.
- Analyze detailed data for RFP and RFQ reviews.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical school or degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Works closely with the Regional Operations Managers, Director of Maintenance, Contract Managers and other members of the management team in implementing and managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations within their regions to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provide direction and guidance to TICs in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensures compliance with Federal & State DOT regulations, maintenance standards and company policies and procedures. Monitors and drives safety within the Maintenance organization.
- Strategically manages and drives financial budgets of shops; explains budget variances and develops action plans to meet targets.
- Monitors maintenance system compliance to ensure all labor, repairs, and parts are documented within the system. Conducts parts cycle counting and fleet audits as needed. Works with the shops to ensure warranty claims are documented and processed. Monitors core returns to minimize potential charges.
- Makes proactive recommendations to change standards, procedures, & policies which enhance shop performance and efficiencies. Turns in weekly reports and attends weekly meetings with the Director of Maintenance.
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with both internal and external customers & management to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Investigates and approves repairs orders. Works with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) on repair solutions and possible campaign information.
- Monitors & ensures performance of shops through strategic planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other processes to meet the company’s standards of excellence. Collects, records, & analyzes various data and information.
- Develops & fosters lines of communication between shops, operations, and corporate office to keep all informed of potential issues.
- Assists in the recruiting, selection, assessment, & development of technicians.
- Develops subordinates through counseling, training, and empowerment of responsibilities. Trains TICs on company standards, practices, procedures, and ensures new technicians are being properly and adequately trained.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Technical certificate, trade school or equivalent experience.
- OEM software preferred Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices
Experience & Skills Required
- Strong written & interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent leadership, analytical & troubleshooting skills.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial position with emphasis in transportation specifications and applications, and the development of maintenance standards Broad knowledge of vehicle maintenance, diesel preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as a team player Strong financial and budgetary skills Ability to plan strategically.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Exhibits progressive leadership through actions and measurable results.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers. Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
To serve as the company’s vehicle maintenance leader responsible for the maintenance culture and results in over 3,000 vehicles operating in multiple states. The Director of Maintenance is a member of the company’s senior management team and interacts frequently with all levels of management and employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Directs and responsible for the delivery of the company’s vehicle maintenance program utilizing measurable results. Responsible for roll-out and utilization of Vehicle Maintenance System.
- Directs and creates the design, development, organization and communication of all maintenance policies and procedures. Develop and lead the maintenance audit process to ensure compliance of programs, policies and procedures.
- Direct and coach the location and Regional staff related to vehicle maintenance and fleet matters.
- Assess and oversee effective manpower planning. Assist in the hiring and development of key vehicle maintenance personnel. Directs and leads the training programs to ensure we have highly qualified and skilled vehicle maintenance teams.
- Analyzes location and company vehicle maintenance statistics. Leads the development and implementation of action plans to address deficiencies and adverse trends.
- Provides daily guidance and monitoring of all regional budgeting and vehicle maintenance spend working with locations and regional staff. Annual budget preparation and inventory control.
- Ensure preventative maintenance program is implemented and followed across the enterprise to drive optimum cost-effective fleet spend.
- Manages vendors related to vehicle maintenance and fleet to obtain optimum service and cost effectiveness. Ensures all warranty dollars are received and recall work is completed and processed.
- Acts as ranking company representative in dealing with government agencies on vehicle maintenance and fleet matters affecting the company. Interacts with Local, State and Federal levels.
- Monitor and ensure compliance of all vehicle maintenance and facility requirements, regulations and laws including DOT, EPA and OSHA.
- Manage fleet needs, specifications and purchasing.
- Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the CEO.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
- Vocational degree in technical engineering or equivalent in engine/vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Additional education in business desired.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 10 years management and supervision of a company-wide vehicle maintenance program with a fleet of more than 1,000 vehicles and multiple vehicle maintenance shops.
- Medium duty fleet experience required.
- History of increasingly responsible vehicle maintenance management experience.
- Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
- Strong working knowledge of DOT regulations.
- Ability to participate and facilitate group meetings.
- Ability to challenge current thinking and improve the vehicle maintenance performance and culture.
- Experience in fleet and vehicle maintenance budgeting and financial responsibility.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Perform administrative accounting functions and data entry without direct supervision. Support and supervise other AP departmental employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Generate and review various daily, weekly, and monthly reports, metrics, accounts and batch information.
- Perform various duties related to Manager + and Great Plains function.
- Run items add and new PO import maps.
- Review/Post/Inter-company Resale of AP Clerks’ daily batches.
- Supervise AP Clerks.
- Create/Review/Print weekly ICSB check runs.
- Create electronic prepaid sales tax payments and document.
- Complete vendor credit applications, reconcile vendor statements, and vendor tax-exemption documents.
- Work with IT Support (ProTechs) on purchasing and tracking computers.
- Review, complete and generate master/individual credit cards usage reports for all cardholder/gas cards.
- Generate rent payments (review/update reoccurring batch in GP balance/post. Generate ACH payments and Checks.
- Monthly A/P accrual generation, journal entry, chargebacks and aging.
- Entry of 2 National Union invoices (AL and WC Insurance losses).
- Annually compile/Audit reports for 1099 vendors.
- Electronically file 1096 with IRS via FIRE transmission.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance related field preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal & written communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Works closely with Safety Manager, location staff, and Contract Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety, customer service, and operational results.
Major Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes a safe environment at all times.
- Provides direction, coaching, counseling, & training to drivers.
- Monitors and evaluates student loading and unloading and meets with school officials as necessary.
- Analyze safety trends and technology reports to develop recommendations, and implement corrections as required.
- Implements and conducts road evaluations/observations on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Conducts regular fleet & facility inspections, which includes evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel & completion of pre/post trips.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Investigates injury & collision claims and works with Safety Manager to close claims.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety & driving experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy. School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours while driving.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Responsible for delivering all facets of recruiting success for the location(s) assigned. This will be achieved through traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. Plays a critical role in ensuring the company is hiring the best possible candidate for the position available and properly staffed.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute recruiting plans.
- Attend job fairs, post openings, pass out flyers, hang banners, etc.
- Administrative duties including files and records.
- Recruit, screen and interview candidates and assist with on-boarding as necessary.
- Efficiently and effectively fill open positions while anticipating turnover.
- Recommend new sources of active and passive candidate recruiting.
- Other assignments at the discretion of the Manager.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in school busing or related industry.
- Recruiting experience preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work varying hours.
- Competitive nature with a strong desire to succeed.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure Self-motivated.
- Possess clear understanding of laws pertaining to the hiring of school bus drivers and monitors.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Managers/Director of Maintenance/Contract Managers/Location Maintenance and other members of the management team in implementing, managing, and providing technical knowledge and analysis of the fleet management application, high-level system investigation, integration, documentation, implementation advice and user documentation and training.
Applies principles and methods to system disruptions and training to arrive at desired solutions. Analyst is the Subject Matter Expert for the maintenance business system managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provides direction and guidance to Shop Technicians in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Works with the project team to configure, test, and manage the business solution. “Owns” the Fleet Maintenance System and is considered the functional expert.
- Responsible for the day-to-day management of the maintenance solution in terms of tracking and reporting issues with the application. Serves as primary point of contact for NACSB and applicable vendors on elevated issues, as well as, providing timely updates of issues and ETA for resolutions.
- Engages leadership & end users across the business to build confidence and impact collaboration across the organization.
- Assesses business needs to design, develop, and implement, additional learning initiatives that drive efficient application usage.
- Develops solution modeling and test environments to validate findings and apply to future state of application solution as it would affect the day-to-day usage.
- Responsible for training all users in assigned area of responsibility, including new hire training, refresher training, skills enhancement training, and all other needs that maybe identified from time to time based on business need.
- Drives all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), audit usage and escalate issues to management, all while communicating statuses effectively. Creates job aids as it relates to training and end user manuals and SOPs. Supports and drives change management within the organization.
- Manages parts master list to ensure data integrity as well as inventory accuracy. Assist in inventory cycle counts as well as drive compliance of physical inventories.
- Responsible for inventory accuracy between fleet management software and accounts payable software.
- Runs reports and provides basic analytics on inventory, data integrity, and other requests as defined by management.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- B.A./B.S. in Business Administration, Operations Management or other related field preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience with fleet management applications/software or proven leadership skills in system and process management.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Knowledge of required maintenance, vehicle management, DOT, FMCSA regulations and school bus industry is a plus.
- Requires a detail-orientated, self-starter in managing and supporting vehicle maintenance using enterprise applications, SOPs and audit processes.
- Experience in implementing enterprise class business solutions.
- Results oriented, with strong focus on execution and team collaboration.
- Proven leadership skills including critical thinking, positivity, and trustworthiness, which motivate and inspire others.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, knell, stoop, climb, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 50% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Manages day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop, including, repairs, PMs, and overhauls of school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Directs the work of others. Trains and motivates maintenance staff. Works without direct supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Major Responsibilities
- Manages day-to-day shop staff and operation.
- Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Reviews repair orders.
- Delegates responsibilities as appropriate and monitors performance; takes corrective action as deemed necessary.
- Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements.
- Works closely with Contract Manager and Regional Operations Manager providing status of maintenance and budget requirements. May review financial and budget variances, review orders, estimate repairs, and approve related documents.
- Order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work, including building maintains and grounds keeping.
- Ensures technicians are trained properly and equipped so work is performed safely, on time, and cost effectively.
- Manages special projects as assigned.
- Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and Contract Manager.
- Handles disciplinary concerns and employee development with shop personnel including training and development, planning work, and addressing performance issues.
- May perform limited repairs on school bus equipment.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- ASE certified strongly preferred.
- Diesel certification strongly preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation industry, including repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment.
- 5+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications.
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical managerial experience preferred.
- Good written & verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Manager +.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
To support the Contract Manager in supervising daily operations related to dispatching, routing, employee relations, and customer contact, including but not limited to, route supervision, staff and driver supervision, charter program oversight, effective communication with internal and external customers and coaching employees for optimal performance, managing the entire operation in the absence of the Contract Manager, comply with all company policies.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervises AM /PM activities to ensure all routes run on time.
- Assist drivers with questions or problems. Supervises the communication of driver concerns or route changes with the district.
- Assist the manager in meeting school district requirements.
- Oversees the location’s video camera system.
- Assists the contract manager with supervision of location staff. Communicates job requirements and expectations. Monitors the performance of staff and provides coaching, corrective action, and guidance, as required.
- Gathering all data for month end billing for the contracts the location serves.
- Calculates pre-billing on all charter, field trip and lease invoices daily making sure the proper rates are applied and all required information is tabulated. Provides responses to customer inquiries regarding invoices.
- Responsible for bank reconciliation reports.
- Assists with screening, selection, and on boarding of hourly drivers, monitors, and technicians.
- Responsible for unemployment process.
- Maintains, with the safety coordinator, all record keeping of Workers’ Compensation injuries.
- "Fully trained and capable of running other departments in the event a department becomes vacant. Duties in other departments include, but are not limited to: Dispatching, Safety, Clerical, Service Attendant.
- In conjunction with safety coordinator, ensure all federal, state, local and company record keeping requirements including Driver Exemption Logs, Motor Vehicle Reports and Criminal Records are met.
- Performs any other management requests or directives as they relate to the overall function of the facility.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Considerable local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Minimal overnight travel.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Manages day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop. Maintains, repairs, and overhauls school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Directs the work of others. Trains and motivates maintenance staff. Works without direct supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervises day-to-day shop staff.
- Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting problems with equipment. Reviews repair orders.
- Delegates responsibilities as appropriate and monitors performance.
- Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements.
- May order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work.
- May arrange services for building and ground keeping.
- Completes special projects as assigned. Required to perform hands-on work activities.
- Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch and Contract Manager.
- Handles disciplinary concerns and employee development with shop personnel.
- Repairs and maintains diesel engines and school bus equipment.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry, including repairing and maintaining diesel engines and school bus equipment.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications.
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical managerial experience preferred.
- Good written & verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Manager +
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
To support all departments with building and grounds needs. May travel between multiple lots.
Major Responsibilities
- Property ground work: mow grass, spray & pull weeds, shrub and tree trimming, leaf removal.
- Snow removal & ice melt distribution.
- Parts runner.
- Fill in on fuel island and wash bay as needed including vehicle fluid checker.
- Small maintenance repairs on office or shop; paint, replace door handles, fix faucet, replace light bulbs.
- Ensure block heater cords are okay and GFIs are working.
- Monthly fire extinguisher checks in the buildings and back of buses.
- Assist shop with small repairs: seat repair or light bulb replacement.
- May act as site security.
- Work together with the safety personnel to ensure safe grounds/property.
- Move buses around the lot.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDC may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Minimal local travel if overseeing multiple lots.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Plan, direct and coordinate management of the operation of a school bus facility(ies) revenue contract fulfillment with appropriate attention to customer service, safety, employee relations, performance tracking and financials. Serves as the location safety leader responsible for safety culture and results.
Major Responsibilities
- Effectively uses Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other tools to drive performance and accountability in all areas.
- Oversees the daily operations, including staffing, development, performance, work schedules and duties.
- Ensures service is on-time and efficient and passenger wellbeing; safe pickup/drop-off/placards/student management.
- Ensures adequate number of drivers and process for covering absenteeism.
- Directs location’s financial and budget activities to stay within budgetary limits and forecast activities.
- Maintains client relationships and provides excellent customer service.
- Attends School Board meetings periodically and as required.
- Monitors revenue contract administration and compliance.
- Oversees necessary financial operations such as approval of invoices (billing and collection) for customers, all labor costs (including non-revenue), fuel cost, and maintenance spend, recommendations and justification of capital purchasing.
- Oversees the time and attendance tracking as it relates to hourly staff and driver time, including all overtime. Develops route labor standards.
- Assists with HR matters, labor relations, processes and investigations.
- Ensures maintenance of records and compliance with licensing and safety requirements (DOT, Federal, and State). Driver credential compliance.
- Ensures compliance with Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Monitors vehicle usage, ensuring appropriate inspection and certification of buses and efficient utilization of spares as required to operate as required by the revenue contract.
- Ensures compliance with the company maintenance policy and procedures.
- Controls programs and functionality of ancillary equipment (cameras, zonar, child checkmate, crossing gates, radios, GPS).
- Ensures that facility is appropriately maintained, understanding the requirements for OSHA, ADA and fulfilling our obligation for maintaining a secure and clean environment.
- Responsible for timely submissions to Corporate departments.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience required.
- CDL required.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Manages and provides oversight of safety program to support the Contract Manager, Assistant Contract Manager, and Regional Safety Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety results.
Major Responsibilities
- Plans, implements, coordinates, and assess safety and health programs.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Analyze safety records, develops recommendations, and implement corrections as required.
- Implements and monitors the contents of classroom training to insure compliance with all federal, state, and company requirements.
- Provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training for all new and current employees as needed; to include required certification and skills enhancement training.
- Initiates and maintains all training files to insure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Provides direction, guidance, and training, and establishes schedules for location trainers, following consistent training procedures.
- Conducts regular meetings with trainers evaluating training issues, collisions, and personal injuries or as required by contract.
- Implements and conducts annual road evaluation/observation on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Implements, and coordinates monthly safety meetings including but not limited to; topic selection, agenda development, presentation, meeting room set-up, notification and recording of attendee’s.
- Measures and evaluates effectiveness of safety programs.
- Assists C/M and maintenance personnel in fleet inspection for damage, cleanliness, and other safety related items.
- Conducts regular facility inspections to include evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel.
- Investigates, reports, maintains & cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The HR & Compliance Supervisor is responsible for Human Resources assigned responsibilities and to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory agency requirements. The Supervisor should establish and promote safe, healthy, and productive working conditions, best available industry practices are being used, atmosphere of positive employee relations, environment of employee engagement, and culture of high performance. The Supervisor works closely with Contract Manager, Regional Safety Manager, Trainers, Drivers, and other employees. Serves as location safety, training, and HR Subject Matter Expert.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and policies while demonstrating and promoting a safe environment and positive employee relations atmosphere.
- Provide point of contact for HR related activities while problem solving using policy, procedures, and practices to identify best fit approach to resolve issue in a positive manner.
- Responsible for meeting all hourly staffing needs including recruitment, screening, selection, training, and orientation while ensuring all activities are compliant with all federal, state, customer, and company requirements.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals. Handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing, making grievance adjustments, conducting grievance hearings, preparing arbitration cases, and developing policies & procedures.
- Initiates and maintains all applicable files to assure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to personnel files, training records, safety records, behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Shares responsibility with CM related to authority for hiring, firing, promotions, and disciplinary action for hourly positions. Supervises hourly and staff positions.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment. Ensure adherence to company policy and/or CBA while providing guidance on personnel issues.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee/labor relations.
- Ensure HR, Safety, Training and other related practices and programs fully aligned with company/customer policy and agency requirements.
- Conduct investigations and audits of safety, compliance, Workers Compensation, and HR related issues and situations. Determine and initiate corrective measures.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent and Bachelor’s Degree in related subject (required) Possession of CDL operator’s license with endorsement (required within 90 days) PHR or SPHR (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 1 to 2 years of transportation safety experience (preferred).
- 1 to 2 years of Human Resources experience (preferred).
- Working knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding bus transportation, safety and human resources issues (preferred).
- Ability to relate to staff in a positive and effective manner.
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives.
- Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Leads and analyzes, under limited supervision, the payroll, billing, and accounts receivable functions for assigned operating locations.
Major Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and approves the payroll from operating locations. This may include some payroll processing tasks.
- Responsible for preparing reports and working with operations staff to manage and ensure fiscal operating efficiencies, including standard hours.
- Utilizes computer softwares to analyze business in an effort to improve cost controls and identify deficiencies. Includes, but is not limited to GPS, payroll and routing systems.
- Prepares and reviews all location invoices, customer bills and assures follow-up and timely collection.
- Analyzes variances and prepares trend reports to ensure appropriate follow up and management actions can be taken to reduce costs.
- Develops & Manages standard operating procedures for financial accounting within company guidelines. Responsible to train operations personnel on processes and procedures.
- Assists in the preparation of budgets, forecast models and financial reports as needed.
- Primary liaison to corporate finance departments. Coordinates, prepares and submits information requested to regional and corporate staff, including month end closing activities.
- Analyzes monthly financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis and works with operations management to determine appropriate action plans.
- Other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments and/or locations during peak times.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance preferred.
- Associate’s degree with related experience required.
- 1-3 years of experience in financial related field.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Have understanding of financial and payroll standards.
- Good verbal communication skills and be a team player, willing to assist where needed.
- Knowledge of operations based environment is a plus.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, database and accounting computer application systems.
- Exceptional organizational & analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Directs the operations of a Region comprised of multiple locations, geographically dispersed. Is responsible for the overall success of the Region in all functions.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops and monitors budget activity within the Region in order to ensure maximum Regional performance. Responsible for financial performance of Region.
- Responsible for the management of the Region’s assets, and vehicle maintenance.
- Responsible for the direct supervision of a Regional staff, and several Contract Managers ensuring company policies and procedures and implemented fairly and consistently.
- Maintains excellent customer service relationship with Region’s customers.
- Develops programs, ensures consistency in administration of company policies and procedures in order to ensure effective and positive employee relations.
- Keeps abreast of governmental laws and regulations and ensures Region is in compliance.
- Effectively interacts with others by demonstrating high degree of credibility, and is responsible for development of initiatives in support of, and development of subordinates.
- Demonstrates a strong sense of mission in the development and execution of a strategic business plan. Motivates others by establishing clear vision as to the needs necessary to ensure success in profit performance, client relations, and business development.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or other related field.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in transportation, manufacturing or logistics.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- High level of understanding of management and employee labor relations.
- Ability to be persuasive and give leadership to subordinates.
- Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
- Strong business background in financial, strategic, and organizational analysis.
- Prior history of staff supervision and development.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
To support the Contract Manager in managing daily operations and administrative functions, including but not limited to, route supervision, staff and driver supervision, charter program oversight, effective communication with internal and external customers and coaching employees for optimal performance, managing the entire operation in the absence of the Contract Manager, complying with all company policies. To prepare the individual to take on a Contract Manager role within 12 months.
Major Responsibilities
- Assists contract manager with oversight of location including supervision of location staff. Communicated job requirements and expectations. Monitors the performance of staff, provides coaching and guidance, and takes corrective measures when necessary as required.
- Assists the manager in meeting school district requirements, including resolving service issues.
- Assists with the financial administration of the location to meet targets, including monitoring spending.
- Assists in problem solving and human resources with regard to employees and policy enforcement.
- Assists with student management and addresses issues.
- Fully trained and capable of running other departments in the event a department becomes vacant. Duties in other departments include, but are not limited to: Dispatching, Safety, and Clerical.
- In conjunction with safety coordinator, ensures all federal, state, local and company recordkeeping requirements including Workers Compensation, Driver Exemption Logs, Motor Vehicle Reports, Controlled Substance program and Criminal Records are met.
- Develop all skills necessary to become a Contract Manager in the future, as well as be flexible to manager and/or assist other locations when needed.
- Perform any other management requests or directives as they relate to the overall function of the facility.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL may be required with school bus endorsements.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Provide executive administrative and analytical support to CEO, CFO, and the executive staff, including maintaining corporate records and databases. Support the company by providing reporting solutions with an understanding of organizational business needs.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and evaluating new and existing systems, reports, and plans by utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel, Access) and any systems/software.
- Translate business requirements into specifications that will be used to implement the required reports to be created from multiple data sources.
- Analyze data to develop recommendations for efficiency improvements.
- Manage facility leases and assist Finance Department in preparation of annual budget.
- Performs complex and confidential administrative functions including preparing confidential reports and correspondence.
- Manage day to day operations of Corporate Office and provide administrative support for the Executive team and other staff functions as needed.
- Maintain vendor relationships related to the following services: Copier, IT Support, Corporate Landlord, Other as needed
- Manages and analyzes annual customer and employee survey process.
- Serve as website administrator to facilitate company’s online presence.
- Special projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1-3 years of experience of business management, or equivalent experience
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong Microsoft tools experience (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access) required
- Great Plains experience preferred
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
Job Purpose
To provide support to the Controller, Regional Controllers, Contract Managers and Chief Financial Officer.
Major Responsibilities
- Compiles and distributes monthly financial statements and various reports to intended parties, weekly driver/staff recruiting report, weekly KPI scorecard, various budgeting reports.
- Enters and uploads budget imports, monthly inventory and insurance general ledger entries into the accounting system.
- Extracts and consolidates data for analysis (fuel MPG/rate analysis, driver standard hours vs. actual hours wage analysis, driver overtime analysis, safety spend analysis, accident and worker's compensation frequency ratio analysis, contact revenue and cost analysis) from various software programs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelors degree in Business
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Execute all job duties while following company policies and procedures.
- Transportation industry experience preferred, not required.
- Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- EMS, Great Plaines, Management Reporter or similar software experience.
- Microsoft SharePoint experience preferred, not required.
Job Purpose
Compile and submit payroll for location employees using in-house software/methods and all related payroll documents. Support local management team in all payroll needs, including training and special requests. Main point of contact for employees with payroll issues. Works closely with dispatch to ensure proper payment to employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Compile, review & submit payroll to the Corporate payroll department on a weekly basis prior to the established deadlines.
- Verify that all employees are completing and submitting all necessary payroll related documents in a timely fashion (i.e. Timesheets, Request for Time Off, Standard Hours, and Charters, etc.).
- Utilize and confirm hours within the time and attendance system on a daily basis.
- Operate GPS system to verify exceptions to standard hours.
- Work closely with site safety department to process new employee files and records and submit to Contract Manager for approval. Perform timely submission of all approved paperwork to Corporate Payroll.
- Assist safety department in the maintenance of all current and historical employee files according to policy. Performs periodic internal location audit of files.
- Complete standard hours audits.
- Maintain accurate driver seniority list which can be regularly updated and posted.
- Maintain and update log of paid time off for all employees at location.
- Assist office clerk in processing customer and charter billing.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Responsible for working with the Regional Operations Manager to provide effective direction and accountability in day-to-day management of multiple locations, and which may include overall supervision of a location, including staff and logistical operations, daily service performance, safety management and liaison with school districts. May coordinate office responsibilities and assist in administrative functions.
Major Responsibilities
- Resolves administrative problems by coordinating preparation of reports, analyzing data, and identifying solutions
- Provides information to terminals assigned to a specific region of the company
- Interviews callers, arranges appointments, and handles office details
- May be required to work on site at different company terminals
- Develops and maintains confidential files
- Works independently without direct supervision
- Enters and retrieves information using a personal computer and other data processing equipment; reviews data and makes routine corrections
- Will run reports and analyze data from GPS units throughout assigned area
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Will assist other staff and location staff during non-peak charter times. Will be flexible and team player assisting where needed
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred with 3-5 years of administrative experience
Experience & Skills Required
- Experience in school bus transportation, a plus
- Excellent communications and customer service skills
- Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent skills in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to move about the office and utilize office equipment
- Must be able to access filing system/cabinets
- Will be able to communicate efficiently in person or by telephone
- Occasional travel between locations that the position is responsible for
Job Purpose
Assists and analyzes, under direct supervision, payroll, billing and accounts receivable functions for at least three operating locations.
Major Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and approves the payroll files from operating locations. This will include some payroll processing tasks related to charter, training or other functions.
- Creates/recommends standard operating procedures for payroll and billing within assigned locations. Responsible to train operations personnel on processes and procedures
- Operates computer software to analyze business, evaluating to improve cost controls and identify efficiencies – GPS, Payroll, Routing System
- Prepares and reviews all location invoices, customer bills and assures follow-up and timely collection. Alerts Regional Operations Manager of overdue receivables
- Creates and maintains necessary database and spreadsheet files to support assigned locations
- Analyzes variances and prepares trend reports to ensure appropriate follow up and management actions can be taken to reduce costs
- Prepares budgets and forecast models for assigned operating locations and assist business development by providing data and preparation with bid proformas
- Primary liaison for Corporate accounting functions. Coordinates, prepares and submits information requested to Regional and Corporate staff including month end closing activities
- Analyzes monthly financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis and work with operations management to determine appropriate action plans
- May direct and/or supervise the work of others as assigned by the Regional Operations Manager
- Will assist other staff and location staff during non-peak times. Will be flexible and must be a team player assisting where needed
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree or finance related college courses preferred
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of financial analysis or processing experience preferably in a transportation, manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and other company operating software (i.e. GPS, maintenance software, payroll systems, etc.)
- Understanding of financial and payroll standards
- Knowledge of operations based environment and team player willing to assist where needed
- May be required to hold CDL and school bus permit
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to move about the office and utilize office equipment
- Must be able to access filing system/cabinets
- Will be able to communicate efficiently in person or by telephone
- Travel between assigned locations may be required
Job Purpose
This position involves responsibility for assisting in the scheduling and timing of bus routes and drivers for the school district. Additionally, the person maintains related transportation records and fills in as a substitute bus driver as needed.
Major Responsibilities
- Assists in establishing bus routes and in preparing time schedules for buses for pupils in the school district, including driving directions.
- Prepares records on mileage, number of patrons carried and number of stops made on each route.
- Receives and responds to complaints concerning transportation services, making necessary changes.
- Works closely with customer to get up-to-date information on bell times, student rosters and any special needs updates.
- May drive a bus and assist with dispatch, payroll, and billing functions.
- Communicates with location staff and drivers to update routing and make necessary changes.
- Communicates with school district personnel daily.
- Maintains records of student rosters and bell times.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year routing or logistics experience or 2 years driving a bus.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good knowledge of the geography of the district.
- The ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers and parents.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDL may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work. Minimal local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Responsible for coordinating and managing all charter functions. The position will involve customer service, communication with locations, billing and collections.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for scheduling, billing and coordinating all extracurricular and public charter trips. Works closely with all schools and locations to ensure outstanding service levels are achieved.
- Responsible for all clerical duties to ensure that all contractual and legal mandates are met.
- Market and increase our public charter businesses for that area.
- Responsible for managing all extracurricular and public charter billing and following up with any outstanding invoices.
- The above duties are not meant to restrict initiative, but rather to define minimum activities. These duties may be altered to suit the needs of the company, as needed.
- Will assist other staff and locations during non-peak charter times. Will be flexible and ream player assisting where needed.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Assist the location staff by performing clerical & administrative duties at the location level. Will interface with customers, vendors and internal departments in fulfilling day-to-day responsibilities.
Major Responsibilities
- Processes purchase orders and vendor invoices for payment, including completion of the purchase order log and accurate account coding. Provides to CM for review and approval.
- Responsible for final billing of all charter and rental invoices.
- Maintains a daily cash receipts log to record payments received at the location.
- Follows up on all accounts receivable items and notifies manager of delinquent accounts.
- Answer the telephones and respond to customer inquiries or directs call as needed.
- Responsible for the location’s “mail” function including: distribution of mail, preparation of overnight packages, maintaining stamps and other mailing supplies.
- Responsible for the location’s office supply ordering and inventory.
- Performs daily collection of the Fuel and Damage Reports as well as Pre-trip inspection forms.
- Maintains contract files and records.
- Prepares contract correspondence, manager reports and schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment. Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- CDL may be required.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Handle all payroll needs, assignments, and other clerical duties as needed.
Major Responsibilities
- Assist with all activities necessary to process payroll at that Corporate office including maintaining related records, tax applications, voluntary deductions, entering data, calculating and totaling hours worked.
- Verify that all employees are completing and submitting all necessary payroll related documents in a timely fashion (i.e. Timesheets, Request for Time Off, Standard Hours, and Charters, etc.).
- Submit payroll to Corporate on a weekly basis prior to the established deadlines.
- Maintain and update log of paid time off for all employees at location.
- Utilize and confirm hours within the time and attendance system on a daily basis.
- Complete standard hours audits
- Operate Synovia (our GPS system) to verify hours.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience & Skills Required
- Knowledge of Corporate payroll procedures, payroll system and standard hours.
- Must work well in fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and data entry skills
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Office environment
Job Purpose
Performing clerical duties and analyzing data via several technology based systems. Assist in improving contract performance and managing key budget items and daily KPI performance.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for analyzing daily reports for contract performance (i.e. on-time performance, bus yard departures, pre-trips, student checks, zonar ID’s).
- Must be able to recognize repeat offenders and bring to management’s attention to prevent infractions. Repeat offenders need to be documented within a spreadsheet to adhere to company disciplinary procedures. Must respond to CPS liquidated damages within 24 hours. With data to dispute claim.
- Develop and monitor employee standard hours with the assistance of dispatch.
- Assist with weekly payroll processing and perform payroll when needed.
- Prepare daily overtime reports and non-revenue reports to communicate if any employees in OT and the daily number of each report with the name of the employees.
- Repeat offenders will need to be documented in a spreadsheet to adhere to company disciplinary procedures.
- Maintain CPS DAV system for all employees and fleet.
- Answer the telephone in a professional manner.
- Responsible for the location’s “mail” function including: distribution of mail, preparation of overnight packages, maintaining stamps and other mailing supplies.
- Responsible for the locations office supply ordering and inventory.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, dispatch all buses to ensure on-time performance of service within an assigned geographical area.
Major Responsibilities
- Oversee all routing and scheduling of buses; dispatch buses and provide timely information to drivers on route.
- Counsel & coach drivers and monitors on front line disciplinary & service issues.
- Take all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager or resolve problems directly with the customer.
- Handle heavy phone and radio traffic.
- Serve as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer.
- May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll. May monitor licensing and participate in hiring drivers.
- Provide solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems; resolve issues as needed.
- May handle backup driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties while buses are in route.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Assist drivers with day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with operating contract, state and local ordinances, and company policies and procedures.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry.
- Managerial experience preferred.
- CDL may be required.
- Good verbal communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment.
- Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Works closely with Contract Manager, Assistant Contract Manager, and Regional Safety Manager to create a positive safety culture & to deliver expected safety results.
Major Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes a safe environment at all times.
- Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
- Analyze safety records & implement corrections as required.
- Implements and monitors the contents of classroom training to insure compliance with all federal, state, and company requirements.
- Provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training for all new and current employees as needed; to include required certification and skills enhancement training.
- Initiates and maintains all training files to insure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations, company policies and procedures to include but not limited to behind the wheel documents, MVR’s, driver authorizations, fingerprint cards, final evaluation results, and third party testing.
- Provides direction, guidance, and training, and establishes schedules for location trainers, following consistent training procedures.
- Conducts regular meetings with trainers evaluating training issues, collisions, and personal injuries or as required by contract.
- Implements and conducts annual road evaluation/observation on each driver. Assure that all new hire evaluations are conducted within a 10 to 30 day period after completion of certification.
- Implements, and coordinates monthly safety meetings including but not limited to; topic selection, agenda development, presentation, meeting room set-up, notification and recording of attendee’s. Follows-up with absent attendee’s offering make-up session to guarantee 100% attendance.
- Monitors and evaluates student loading and unloading and meets with school officials as necessary.
- Assists C/M and maintenance personnel in fleet inspection for damage, cleanliness, and other safety related items.
- Conducts regular facility inspections to include evaluation of safe work behaviors of all personnel.
- Investigates, reports, maintains & cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, CDL operator’s license with endorsement and other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- 2 to 4 years of transportation safety experience preferred.
- Good interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues preferred.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Maintains, repairs, and overhauls school buses and other company vehicles. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. May direct the work of others. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines.
- Inspects and tests equipment at prescribed intervals of time and usage or upon malfunction or breakdown.
- Inspects, tests, and aligns bus lights and wheels and maintains electrical systems and controls. Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals. Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards. Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Disassembles, inspects, and replaces worn or broken parts. Fixes and adjusts new or repaired parts. Oils and greases vehicles; changes filters.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Performs limited bodywork and repainting on vehicles after a breakdown or accident, as needed or as skills allow.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers. May be required to maintain small parts storeroom.
- Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken.
- May direct work on an as needed basis of less skilled technicians.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road.
- Physical requirements include:
- Pushing / Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Assist the driver in the safe operation of the route and manage students as defined/identified by school.
Major Responsibilities
- Ability to learn and follow a route sheet or electronic routing device.
- Is responsible for student management and communicates behavior problems with the driver.
- Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks, CSRS and wheelchair lifts.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work early morning hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Director of Maintenance & Fleet
Job Purpose
Process payrolls for 3000+ employees using in-house software and all related payroll documents. Support local management teams in all payrolls needs, including training and special requests. The main point of contact for employees with escalated issues, wage garnishments, employment verifications, Unemployment wage audits, and employee portal.
Major Responsibilities
- Analyze & Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for numerous locations in multiple states; using an in-house payroll system.
- Enter and verify bonus, vacation, and union payouts. Order pay cards and distribute thru our online vendor.
- Assist with assigning union dues/imitation deductions to employees and reconcile union bills to deductions on a weekly basis.
- Assist with responses to all unemployment claims, employment verifications and government questionnaires.
- Maintain employee records within payroll databases; including, but not limited to, tax changes, terminations/rehires/new hires, names changes, work status changes, position changes, rate changes.
- Assist with entering all wage garnishments and interrogatories.
- Assist with our online employee portal for enrollments and locked accounts.
- Audit internal files to ensure accuracy.
- Run and send reports as needed from our in-house database.
- Maintain companywide time off benefit log and reconcile with biweekly payrolls.
- Check emails, answer phone calls, and research and respond accordingly.
- Scan and maintain all employee files electronically.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Associates degree preferred.
- 3-5 years payroll related experience.
- In-house payroll preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- The ability to work variable hours.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
- Must have solid time management skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Administers various leave programs, benefits offerings, and HR related initiatives including medical leave, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, Life Insurance, 401K, STD/LTD, ADA, and all other leaves and benefits. Analyzes leave and benefit claims or requests, assists managers in the development of alternate work arrangements or coordination of coverage, and manages employee return to service or separation. Ensures compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws/regulations, along with applicable company policies. Coordinates all staff hiring and assists field locations with recruitment efforts and reporting.
Major Responsibilities
- Administers and tracks all employee leave programs and benefit offerings.
- Assists with employee benefits plans and works with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
- Analyzes leave claims or requests and determines employee eligibility.
- Monitor and comply with all legal requirements, including Federal, State and Local laws/regulations as well as regulatory agencies, including annual filings, reports, applications, audits, enrollments and distribution of information to employees by the required deadlines such as SPDs, Disclosures, etc. for the health, welfare and retirement plans.
- Review and analyze changes to applicable laws and regulations pertaining to benefits and leaves, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management including staying current on all market benefit trends to ensure company remains competitive with benefit offerings and leave policies.
- Oversee compliance with E-verify and hiring process and procedures.
- Manage day to day benefits administration and vendor relationships.
- Distribute onboarding packet for all full time hires & complete full hiring process for all Corporate staff, including performing E-verify checks.
- Review and authorize all monthly benefit bills and submissions as well as weekly 401k company match amounts and remit weekly 401k deferrals.
- Collaborate with the Executive Team on annual renewal planning, decisions, and benefits strategy.
- Manage all ancillary benefit programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, Aflac, 401k) enrollments, deferrals, changes, withdrawals, terminations, cancelations, set up, complaints & questions and all audits associated with the benefits.
- Act as a subject matter expert and/or functional lead while partnering closely with Payroll and Accounting to ensure proper withholdings, payments, new hire enrollment, and similar activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred but not required.
- 1 - 4 years of benefits and leave administration experience required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills with pleasant phone communication ability.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Perform all job functions in a highly ethical manner adhering to applicable Federal & State laws.
- Ability to work independently and also as a team.
- Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality.
- 10% travel is possible to field operations.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use applicable programs as required.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills are vital in this position.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as from time to time a transportation terminal facility environment.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
The Corporate HR Manager creates positive business relationships with Corporate Directors, Regional Operations Managers, Contract Managers, Regional Managers, Trainers, Drivers, Monitors, Technicians, and other employees to drive initiatives to recruit and retain talent, create a training and development environment, and promote a culture of employee engagement and positive employee relations.
Drives core HR processes including labor requirements and reporting, HR-related training, onboarding, and strategies to reduce employee turnover and improve the employee experience. Specific areas of assisting field operations include employee relations, organizational development, performance management, training, special projects, and EEO, ADA, and ADEA compliance, diversity, and recordkeeping.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Investigate and resolve employee relations issues including the investigation of harassment, discrimination and other charges; manage discipline and discharge functions, and assume responsibility for the uniform and equitable application of policies across the organization.
- Ensure the people-perspective is represented in business decisions so implications are understood and the workforce is proactively managed; assessing the impact of business decisions on workforce and provide solutions to optimize opportunities.
- Measure effectiveness of HR initiatives and positive employees relations via various tools including employee surveys, audits, and employee meetings; works with management to address identified gaps.
- Provide counseling and guidance to managers in cases of performance and/or disciplinary issues, including investigation, preparing appropriate documentation and developing performance improvement plans.
- Oversee the corporate recruitment support function by providing coaching and guidance where appropriate.
- Create job descriptions, maintain handbooks, and facilitate recruitment including advertising for open positions, interviewing, selecting, making offers and on-boarding.
- Supports talent development, diversity, and positive employee by identifying bench strength and providing career path counseling.
- Maintain union-free or positive labor relations environment.
- Serve as co-chair for CBA negotiations including developing proposals; handles day-to-day Labor Relations including grievance processing and conducting grievance investigation.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and minimum of four (4) years of progressive human resources experience.
- PHR or SPHR. (preferred)
Experience & Skills Required
- 25% - 35% travel to field operations.
- 2+ years of transportation experience. (preferred)
- Able to shift strategic focus and activities quickly in response to changing organizational priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs.
- Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objective.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% or more may be required.
Job Purpose
Work closely with the Regional Operations Manager and Director of Safety and other members of the management team to create a positive safety culture and deliver expected safety results. Works with other executives to create policies, training programs and deliver high levels of driver compliance.
Major Responsibilities
- Serves as resource for site locations by supporting and counseling managers & safety coordinators regarding safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Subject matter experts in federal, state, and local safety regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
- Develops and evaluates safety training programs.
- Evaluates hazardous conditions and practices and makes recommendations on hazard control.
- Assists ROM in managing safety cost control efforts.
- Reviews and analyzes near misses, collisions, and injuries and makes necessary recommendations on as needed basis.
- Conducts location safety audits.
- Works with insurance adjustors aid in claims administration.
- Prepares accurate and timely reports as required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in safety related field with concentration in transportation or minimum of 5 years of experience in safety related position(s) preferred.
- Minimum high school degree or equivalent.
Experience & Skills Required
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal& State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Broad knowledge of federal and state safety regulations.
- Good communication skills; oral, written and interpersonal.
- Excellent leadership and analytical skills.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Well organized and able to practice sound time management.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 75% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Coach for the school district who drives his/her school district team(s) to events. Primary responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
Major Responsibilities
- May drive a regular route or drive when location need warrants. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
- Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
- Attend all safety and training meetings.
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
- Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
- Other specialized functions as required by contract.
- Responsible for student management.
- Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain CDL Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- School bus yard / Office / On-the-road physical requirements include:
- Pushing/Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations dragging up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection, multiple times a day.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises, normal conversation.
- Bending/Stooping/Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Complete Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspections and other repair work, consistent with a school bus maintenance technician on company vehicles for assigned locations. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. May assist in training less experienced technicians or new employees. May direct the work of others.
Major Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains school buses and other company vehicles while adhering to FMCSA guidelines and industry standards.
- Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards.
- Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.
- Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
- Test drives repaired equipment.
- Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers.
- Communicates all inspection findings with location. Documents all findings in the maintenance management system(s).
- Notifies Local TIC and RMM of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical training preferred.
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire.
Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry preferred.
- 3+ years of related mechanical experience or trade school with endorsements such as Preventative Maintenance or Brake Certifications preferred.
- CDL required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, office equipment, and additional programs as required.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Travel to other locations is required.
- Ability to successfully complete dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with drug free workplace policy.
- Maintenance shop/garage/school bus yard /Office/On-the-road. Some outdoor work.
- Must be able to work in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.
- Subjected to dust, dirt, and greasy conditions.
- Some local travel, typically within 50 miles from base.
- Pushing & Pulling: Opening service door, emergency door, bus hood, steering, windows, applying service & parking brake, adjusting mirrors & wheelchairs, student evacuations up to 120 lbs and for up to 40 feet.
- Lifting: Bus hood, trash box, challenged passenger into their seats, wheel chocks, tire chains, emergency equipment. Up to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Crossing lot, up and down bus aisle, around exterior of bus.
- Sitting: Up to 2-3 hours.
- Climbing: Steps in and out of bus, cleaning windshield, under hood inspection.
- Reaching: Under hood inspection, cleaning windows, applying tie-downs, safety vests, car seats, adjust mirrors, opening emergency door from ground, checking roof hatch, applying service brake, clutch and accelerator.
- Gripping: Doors, knobs, switches, handles, hand tools, etc.
- Hearing: Detecting problems with passengers on bus, emergency vehicles, unusual engine noises.
- Bending / Stooping / Squatting: Pre-trip inspection, applying tie-downs, sweeping, checking for sleeping children multiple times per route per day.
- Seeing: Driving, reading street signs, route sheets.
- Communicating: Via the English language with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, monitor if applicable.
- Dropping: From emergency door to ground.
Job Purpose
Directs and oversees financial activities of multiple locations, including preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts. Seeks operational efficiencies. Regional financial consultant.
Major Responsibilities
- Develops locations’ budgets and forecasts and monitors performance.
- Generates timely financial reports and information, including operational analysis.
- Analyzes operational costs and audits driver standard hours to pinpoint opportunities for efficiencies.
- Confers with regional and location management to coordinate and prioritize planning and provides relevant fiscal information.
- Monitors locations’ KPIs and assists with corrective actions.
- Performs monthly location billing reviews; approves and assists in issue resolution.
- Reviews weekly payroll and assists in issue resolution.
- Train/assist location personnel on accounting software/excel.
- Participates in bid reviews, including RFP and bid analysis.
- Performs accounts receivable aging review and assists in collection efforts.
- Other projects as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience, or Equivalent Master’s Degree with minimum of 5 years of experience.
- CPA designation desirable but not required
Experience & Skills Required
- Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Advanced excel skills and basic knowledge of databases.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and managerial skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and share finding across the organization.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 35% of the time may be required. Majority of travel is within 1-2 hours of assigned “Home” base.
Job Purpose
The Director of Information Technology is responsible for daily technical activities and development of strategic technology roadmap that engenders best practices and usage of technology which enhances the business. This position works closely with senior management, field operations and all supporting business functions. The Director will oversee internal and external IT resources to improve the sharing, security and reliability of Information and Information sharing for the company.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and execute IT technology and system roadmaps that translate business requirements into projects, goals, and deliverables.
- Prioritize, assign, and manage a portfolio of projects in support of business goals; ensure delivery of projects within time and cost limitations.
- Establish effective partnerships with functional leadership across the organization to ensure that technology solutions are effective and in alignment with functional and organizational needs.
- Lead and manage the infrastructure, application and networking to ensure systems operate at their optimal performance.
- Participate, as a member of the business leadership team, in planning and executing activities by providing systemic and technology solutions.
- Evaluate effectiveness, efficiency, and costs of technology and systems, research new or alternative solutions, and make recommendations to senior management as appropriate.
- Develop, lead, implement, and monitor information technology governance, system policies and controls to ensure data security and IT systems across a wide variety of platforms, hardware, and user needs in compliance with industry, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for implementing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery practices as appropriate.
- Responsible for all vendor management and contractual agreements, including but not limited to, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and software licensing.
- Develop and manage the annual IT budget; including project planning, expense management, and external resource utilization.
- Maintain working knowledge of new and evolving technologies and systems for possible application to developing or future organization needs.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field; preferred Masters.
- 8-10 years progressive management experience in Information Technology.
Experience & Skills Required
- Excellent communication, analytical, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- 3-5 years infrastructure, network, desktop and telephony management.
- 3-5 years enterprise application development and support.
- 3-5 years managing help desk – tickets and resources for efficient time to resolution.
- 3-5 years managing external managed services provider (MSP) relationships.
- 3-5 years vendor management for technical services.
- 3-5 years managing technology in multi-site environment.
- 3-5 years project management.
- Superior computer skills including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
- Technical Environment:
- Attendance Enterprise Application.
- Avaya IP Office Telephony.
- Dynamic Great Plains ERP.
- Microsoft Active Directory.
- Microsoft IIS.
- Microsoft Office 365.
- Microsoft Exchange.
- Microsoft Power BI.
- Microsoft SQL Server.
- Microsoft SSRS Reporting.
- Microsoft Windows Server.
- Remote Desktop Services Gateway.
- ConnectWise Remote assistance.
- Synovia GPS.
- Tyler Technology Versatrans Student Transportation – Routing and Planning.
- TMT Fleet Maintenance.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment and at times a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Purpose
Oversee the day-to-day purchasing, item master updates, parts standardization and warranty claims duties for the NACSB fleet. Work with vendors and manufacturers to ensure quality and pricing meet NACSB expectations.
Major Responsibilities
- Coordinate and ensure completion of all parts entry into the maintenance system.
- Distribute recalls/campaigns from manufacturers to the field maintenance team.
- Review, evaluate, and process all warranty claims, including resolving and adjusting claims.
- Perform all parts and warranty administration. Train all end users and gather and distribute weekly/monthly reports.
- Ensure data integrity, both active and inactive, within the maintenance system.
- Assist in the coordination of maintenance/repair of vehicles assigned to corporate or local levels.
- Ensure parts quality meets or exceeds OEM standards.
- Gather fleet and maintenance information from the local operations for the weekly/monthly KPI reports for corporate and regional staff.
- Main point of contact for all parts and warranty claims. Is the company liaison with vendors for parts and warranty items.
- Keep all parts purchase and warranty files up to date and in compliance with Federal, State and Local compliance standards
- Coordinate with the local operations regarding bi-annual part inventories.
- Manage vendor performance within the scope of the contractual obligation.
- Participate in vehicle and material specification reviews.
- Analyze detailed data for RFP and RFQ reviews.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical school or degree preferred.
Experience & Skills Required
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
- Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to company, regulatory agency, customer, and/or location policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, weather conditions, pedestrian traffic, and uneven or rough paved, concreted, and stoned surfaces.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee frequently lifts and/or moves objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to other locations of 25% of the time may be required.
Job Purpose
Works closely with the Regional Operations Managers, Director of Maintenance, Contract Managers and other members of the management team in implementing and managing the strategies and objectives of multiple locations within their regions to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance of maintenance standards. Provide direction and guidance to TICs in accordance with company policy.
Major Responsibilities
- Ensures compliance with Federal & State DOT regulations, maintenance standards and company policies and procedures. Monitors and drives safety within the Maintenance organization.
- Strategically manages and drives financial budgets of shops; explains budget variances and develops action plans to meet targets.
- Monitors maintenance system compliance to ensure all labor, repairs, and parts are documented within the system. Conducts parts cycle counting and fleet audits as needed. Works with the shops to ensure warranty claims are documented and processed. Monitors core returns to minimize potential charges.
- Makes proactive recommendations to change standards, procedures, & policies which enhance shop performance and efficiencies. Turns in weekly reports and attends weekly meetings with the Director of Maintenance.
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with both internal and external customers & management to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Investigates and approves repairs orders. Works with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) on repair solutions and possible campaign information.
- Monitors & ensures performance of shops through strategic planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other processes to meet the company’s standards of excellence. Collects, records, & analyzes various data and information.
- Develops & fosters lines of communication between shops, operations, and corporate office to keep all informed of potential issues.
- Assists in the recruiting, selection, assessment, & development of technicians.
- Develops subordinates through counseling, training, and empowerment of responsibilities. Trains TICs on company standards, practices, procedures, and ensures new technicians are being properly and adequately trained.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Certifications Required
- Technical certificate, trade school or equivalent experience.
- OEM software preferred Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices
Experience & Skills Required
- Strong written & interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent leadership, analytical & troubleshooting skills.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial position with emphasis in transportation specifications and applications, and the development of maintenance standards Broad knowledge of vehicle maintenance, diesel preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as a team player Strong financial and budgetary skills Ability to plan strategically.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting of deadlines.
- Exhibits progressive leadership through actions and measurable results.
- Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers. Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
- Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws.
- Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This job operates in an office environment as well as a transportation terminal facility environment. In addition to various operating systems, electronic & transportation equipment, motorized equipment, and machinery, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adh