Position Title:

Senior Coordinator, Vehicle Services

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Salary Grade, if non-union:

SG20

Pay Grade, if union:

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Non-Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to perform responsible supervisory work in directing the operation of the vehicle service centers providing safety inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs for automobiles, buses, medium/heavy trucks, tractors and other equipment. Responsible for monitoring of charter school bus transportation to include state inspections and repairs.

Essential Functions of this Job

Supervises the work of all vehicle services managers. Inspects, tests and road tests equipment to determine the nature of defects and failures. Oversees the scheduling of all warranty repairs. Serves as liaison to other departments for vehicle maintenance needs. Assists in the overall operations and functions of the service centers. Conducts random and annual inspections of charter school buses and maintenance records. Recommends vehicles for replacement and oversees disposal of surplus equipment. Recommends, through state contract, vehicles to be purchased. Performs annual performance evaluations on employees. Chairs safety/service committee and recommends changes to service center safety procedures. Responsible for fleet leasing contracts, pool vehicle assignments, and maintaining state required database. Assists the district#s Emergency Operations team with crisis preparedness.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a variety of automobiles, buses, medium/heavy trucks and other equipment. Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices used in parts acquisition and in the repair and maintenance of school buses and automotive equipment. Understands and follows oral and written instructions.

Ability to diagnose defects and relay corrections to shop personnel. Ability to place, inspect and supervise the work of employees. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with employees, other departments and the public.

Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job. Ability to follow DER (Department of Environmental Regulation), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), and OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration) guidelines as to the handling, storing and disposition of waste material. Knowledge in Emergency Operation procedures when dealing with natural disaster as it pertains to the school district. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements

Graduation from high school or completion of GED. Minimum of 5 years' experience as a repair shop supervisor, including fleet programs, required. Bachelor#s degree preferred. Appropriate State of Florida Driver's License.

Work Context:

Requires sitting and some standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment:

Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements, including weather changes, foliage, and insects. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

Local Code:

10428

EEO5:

52

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.