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Transportation, Fleet Manager

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Transportation, Fleet Manager CODE: 0756 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Transportation, Fleet Manager GRADE: K MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction of the Director, Department of Transportation manages all aspects of the repair and maintenance programs for MCPS vehicles, including a large fleet of over 1200 school buses. Plans, organizes, and directs a large school bus fleet maintenance program; plans, administers, assigns and supervises the overall countrywide program of vehicle repair; responsible for operation of five large garages; assures proper school bus vehicle maintenance and state-mandated safety inspections; arranges for maintenance on a wide variety of other MCPS vehicles including large, heavy duty equipment; coordinates a procurement program for parts, supplies and shop equipment; assists in formulating specifications for school buses and other vehicles for procurement purposes; and assists the director of transportation in training, budgeting and other areas of administration.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of vehicles specifications. Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, tools and equipment of the automotive vehicle maintenance and repair trade; the procurement of automotive parts, supplies, shop equipment and vehicles; inventory procedures; the practices and procedures of operating automotive vehicle servicing and repair garages; automotive fleet maintenance, repair and inspection programs and procedures; modern office practices and procedures; record-keeping; and financial reports. Working knowledge of internal combustion engine, alternative fuel applications, and related components theory and operating principles. Thorough knowledge of the operation of pupil transportation programs, and automated inventory and fuel dispensing systems preferred. Ability to administer a complete automotive vehicle maintenance, repair and inspection program. Ability to develop and maintain appropriate accounting procedures. Ability to effectively supervise employees and to coordinate vehicle maintenance and repair procedures with other MCPS divisions/departments. Excellent human relations and oral/written communications skills. Demonstrated ability to supervise and evaluate staff and implement the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS). Knowledge and application of the MCPS Professional Growth Systems (PGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED required. Bachelors degree preferred. College course work in transportation, management, or other related field preferred. Progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of a large fleet. School bus maintenance experience preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Maryland Class B Commercial Driver's License (air brake, passenger and school bus endorsements), or equivalent. ASE Master certification, preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Ability to handle stressful situations. Sufficient physical strength and stamina to lift objects weighing up to 100 lbs., and stand for extended periods of time and complete work requiring considerable physical exertion.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Ability to respond to urgent work requirements at any time. Must be willing to work irregular hours during emergencies. Completion of MCPS Auto Mechanic Test at required score may be required. Drug test required. May be required to attend training courses/programs in order to learn new automotive equipment and repair procedures, update skills, as needed.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administers the following programs:

Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of a large fleet of school buses and other MCPS vehicles; school bus and other vehicle preventive maintenance; state-mandated school bus inspections; vehicle parts, supplies and shop equipment procurement; computerized vehicle parts inventory; shop equipment and other vehicle support equipment preventive maintenance and repair; computerized gasoline delivery and accounting system; compliance with OSHA and other safety requirements and coordination with MCPS Safety Office; data collection for MCPS/state reports and for state reimbursement; vehicle insurance repair program; in-house warranty program approved by major chassis manufacturers; in-service training program; overall pool car assignment and repair program; evaluation of all aspects of the vehicle repair program.

Reviews technical and legal written materials regulating school bus and other vehicle repair, maintenance, and operation; investigates accidents when equipment failure is suspected;
Evaluates all aspects of the vehicle maintenance and repair programs; assists the director of transportation in the formulation of school bus and other vehicle specifications for procurement purposes;

Prepares budget requests, annual report of transportation costs and other reports as required; ensures proper accounting for vehicle operating, repair and maintenance costs;


Attends Board of Education and other meetings when vehicle maintenance and/or specifications are involved.
Serves as a member of the Inclement Weather Team.

Performs related work as required.
Class Established: 6/82
Date(s) Revised: 4/89, 7/92, 7/93, 8/94, 11/97, 7/01, 7/08, 6/13
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.