What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Director/Mechanic position at Ponca City Development Authority?
The below job is only being posted by Ponca City Development Authority and is being hired by a local employer.
TPI Staffing Service is looking for a Transportation Director/Mechanic
Please apply at tpistaffingservice.com or stop by the office at 215 N 3rd St to complete the application process.
The Transportation Director/Mechanic oversees the safe, efficient operation of a school district’s transportation system while also performing mechanical maintenance on buses and fleet vehicles.
Job Summary:
The role combines administrative leadership and hands-on mechanical expertise. The director-mechanic supervises transportation staff, helps plan bus routes and schedules, ensures compliance with state and federal transportation safety standards, and personally performs or oversees vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Typical Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair minor mechanical issues in district vehicles, including engines, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Perform or coordinate preventive maintenance on buses and fleet vehicles.
- Ensure compliance with safety inspections
- Drive bus routes when needed.
- Manage records of maintenance.
- Coordinate with administrators, schools, and parents regarding transportation needs and concerns.
- Helps prepare and monitor transportation budgets and supply inventories.
Core Skills:
- Fleet and staff management
- Preventive maintenance and diagnostics
- Route planning and logistics
- Safety and compliance oversight
- Communication and problem-solving
- Must have at least verifiable work experience.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background.
- Must be able to obtain CDL license within 6 months of hire.