Shop Assistant at Transportation

POSITION TITLE: Shop Assistant at Transportation Department RESPONSIBLE TO: Superintendent of Education REPORTS TO: Shop Foremen and Transportation Supervisor QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or GED preferred • Valid Commercial Drivers License with valid Alabama State Department of Education School Bus Driver’s Certificate – to be renewed annually or obtain all within 3 months of assuming position • ·Satisfactory driving record • ·Ability to communicate effectively with Shop Foremen and other Transportation staff both orally and in writing • Develop/Maintains a working knowledge of terminology and understanding related to the position and the Transportation Department • Such other qualifications as may be appropriate PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Assists mechanics in maintaining and repairing district buses and white fleet vehicles at and away from bus garage as assigned by the Shop Foremen • Drives vacant bus routes and transports students as needed • Helps swap out buses and other vehicles for services/repairs • Picks up parts from local vendors and delivers to bus garage • Provides building upkeep to include sweeping, mopping, dusting, cleaning, and picking up trash in shop area, break room, rest room, and parking lot at bus garage • Maintains professional attitude and appearance at all times; is professional and courteous at all times • Demonstrates a cooperative attitude with Shop Foremen and other Transportation staff • Adheres to ACBOE policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws • Performs other duties as assigned JOB GOAL: To serve as Transportation Shop Assistant in a manner which ensures efficient support for the operation of the Transportation Department and to work with the Shop Foremen in implementing the designated functions of the department.