SHOP MANAGER

Company: Student Transportation of America, Inc.
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Shop Manager is responsible for working with the Corporate Maintenance Director, Terminal Manager, Maintenance Manager and Technicians to maintain and repair vehicles and to ensure the maintenance operations runs smoothly and to the standards of Student Transportation of America, State and Federal Regulations. Duties/Responsibilities: · Works directly with Terminal Manager in supervising maintenance staff (including hiring and disciplinary actions), coordinating and assists during leaves, evaluates performance, provides technical training and safety training. · Check repair orders, inspect completed work of mechanics/fuelers, file completed repair orders, and communicate with Dispatch on the availability of vehicles. · Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of mechanical problems. May train mechanics, recommend, and maintain correct mechanical procedures. · May arrange services and grounds keeping for building. · May order fuel and parts, maintain parts inventory and subcontract repair work. · Ensures fleet inspections and repairs are performed as outlined in the STA Policies and Procedures Manual and in accordance with State and Federal Regulation in both time and mileage intervals. · Ensures all defects noted on PM inspections and drivers defect reports are being repaired in a timely manner and no vehicle is released for use with any defects that affect the safe operation. · Prepares reports on work assignments and performs quality control inspections on completed repair work. Assists in tracking warranty and recall repairs. · Ensures staff maintains accurate and complete maintenance documentation and other records. · Must able to lift up to 50lbs and to operate all shop equipment and supervise other maintenance staff. · Ensures staff maintains a clean, safe shop. · Ensure that repairs and maintenance operations are handled in an efficient, cost-effective manner. · Assists in coordinating work schedules with operations. Helps develop and implement quality control programs. Provided technical advice as needed to other departments. · Performs research in maintenance techniques, write reports and memorandums as required. Assists in the evaluation for vehicle replacements. · Coordinates the use of outside vendors and verifies performance of those vendors. Provides technical assistance in the preparation of service contract and administers those contracts. · Audits and helps control the parts, tools and fuel inventories. Ensures the accuracy of those inventories and their support system. · Assist the Fleet Maintenance Management team with drafting and implementing policies and procedures. Provide recommendations concerning equipment requirements, specification and annual bus replacements. · Ensure environmental and safety compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal, and Company requirements. · Ability to respond to after-hours and emergency situations when required. · May, on occasion, be required to drive as a substitute driver for any route or activity. · Performs other duties as required. Required Skills/Abilities-Essential Functions: · Knowledge of tools, procedures, technical skills and safety rules used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered equipment. · Ability to operate a PC and learn software applications. · Written and verbal communication skills, and customer service skills are essential. Ability to deal with problems and find solutions. · Must have knowledge of Federal and State regulations including EPA and OSHA. · Operational knowledge of motorized gasoline, diesel and alternative fueled vehicles, and shop equipment and tools. · Scheduling and setting priorities for work to be accomplished. · Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects. · Propane/gasoline medium duty truck engine experience preferred · ASE Certification(s) a plus · Must be able to lift heavy equipment including brake drums, tires, ladders, tool chests, floor jacks, etc. when necessary. · Must be able to operate bench grinder, torch, drill press, jack and jack stands, Sawzall, oil pumps, power washer, parts cleaner and other hand tools required to perform work. · Attend work on a regular and dependable basis · Ability to successfully pass state and/or federal required Background Checks · Ability to perform the essential functions of the job · Ability to comply with all policies and procedures established by company · This is a safety sensitive job and all duties are regulated by the DOT. Education and Experience: · High School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized vehicle and equipment repair courses. · Two to three years’ experience as a Technician in the school bus, trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. · Possession of a valid Driver’s License with CDL, passenger and school bus endorsement, or ability to obtain one in 90 days of employment. · Ability to regularly and safely lift heavy equipment over 50 lbs. frequently, and on occasion up to 100 pounds · Provide own hand tools required for regular maintenance. · Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License and DOT physical or must be able to attain within 3 months of hire. · Ability to safely lift heavy equipment (minimum of 50 lbs can be up to 100 pounds) frequently throughout the work day. · Provide own hand tools required for regular maintenance. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions.

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