DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:This is a supervisory position involving responsibility for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the transportation facilities involving a fleet of buses of a school district. The safety factor is of utmost importance because children are involved. Consequently, the incumbent at all times is required to observe special cautionary measures in overseeing the transportation program and related repair and maintenance activities. The work is performed under general supervision, allowing considerable leeway for the exercise of independent judgment. Immediate supervision is exercised over the work of bus drivers and automotive mechanics. Does related work, as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Establishes routes to be followed by various drivers;
Prepares time schedules for buses;
Supervises service, maintenance and repair of all school district vehicles;
Writes specifications for all new vehicles and equipment;
Gives road tests to and trains new drivers;
Assigns substitute bus drivers for al extracurricular trips;
Supervises loading, and recommends stopping places for buses;
Assists in the preparation of state transportation reports, and maps of bus routes;
Keeps daily record of mileage and number of pupils carried;
Makes out periodic reports, which include cost of operating each bus on the basis of expenses for gasoline, oil, grease, anti-freeze, parts, labor, wages, storage or rental, and other expenses;
Approves all purchases of parts and materials;
Arranges for all special trips, including those for athletic teams;
Maintains time records of bus drivers for payroll purposes.
The above examples of duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:Thorough knowledge of standard transportation methods and the operation of buses; good knowledge of automotive repair methods and of the terminology and tools of the trade; good knowledge of the geography of the district; good knowledge of safety procedures and practices n the operation of the automotive equipment; good knowledge of the New York State Motor Vehicle Law; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to keep records and make reports; ability to get along well with others; dependability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arm. The employee constantly is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Department of Education, AND EITHER:
- Three (3) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment, one (1) year of which must have been in supervisory capacity,
OR: - Five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT AND CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT:Possession of a valid Class 2 chauffeur’s license issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.