Fleet District Manager

DATTCO is searching for an experienced leader to serve as Fleet District Manager in our School Bus Maintenance Division This position reports to the Director of Fleet Maintenance and is responsible for managing roughly half of the divisions fleet locations and employees Assigned locations are Westport Durham East Hampton Middletown New Haven and Portland CT Candidates should ideally reside within that geographic area DATTCO is the largest private passenger transportation company in New England with 1700 vehicles operating from over 30 locations DATTCO was established in 1924 and is a third generation family owned company We began providing school bus transportation in 1949 and we currently service 30 school districts and Regional Education Service Centers throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island transporting over 140000 students annually Learn more about us at wwwdattcocom What We Offer Medical & dental insuranceLife insurance401k plan with company matchPaid time offFlexible spending accountPaid holidaysCompany vehicleRoom for advancement we promote from withinPrimary Responsibilities Lead direct and provide support to the fleet maintenance teamMaintain full employment in each shopOversee hiring process for foreman positionsEnsure the fleet stays in safe and operable conditionEnsure compliance of records with company policies and government regulationsCollect and analyze key performance data KPI data for use in assessing performanceAchieve key performance indicators KPIConduct training events to educate staff on maintenance procedures and company policiesDevelop the leadership and management skill of foremenBackup foreman when they miss work due to vacation etcConduct shop visitsPosition Requirements High school diploma or technical school training10 years experience as a fleet manager in the school bus industryComputer skills including the Microsoft Office suiteExcellent problem solving skillsExperience in creating a positive teamwork environmentAbility to communicate effectively with employees management and customersQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status and any other protected classes