Associate Transportation DirectorMechanic (65,000-70,000)

Fairfield, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 65000 - 70000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Supervisor/Manager / Director

Date Posted:
10/8/2025

Location:
Transportation Building

Date Available:
immediately

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Title: Associate Director of Transportation / Mechanic

Department: Office of Operations
Reports To: Director of Operations
Classification: Full-Time Salaried Classified Position
Annual Pay Range: $65000 $70000

Job Summary:

The Associate Director of Transportation / Mechanic supports the Director of Operations in overseeing all aspects of the Fairfield Community School Districts transportation system. This includes supervision and execution of maintenance repair safety and routing of the districts vehicle fleet. This salaried position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the safe efficient and cost-effective operation of district transportation services and vehicle upkeep.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with air brake passenger and S endorsements (or willingness to obtain)
Working knowledge of mechanical components diesel engines air brake systems and vehicle maintenance
Ability to meet deadlines and lift heavy objects
Successful completion of a DOT physical (as required by Iowa law)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Basic computer skills (recordkeeping maintenance tracking)

Desired:

Experience managing or coordinating vehicle maintenance or transportation operations in a school or public sector setting
Welding and fabrication experience
Knowledge of fleet inventory systems and preventative maintenance scheduling

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director of Operations the Associate Director of Transportation / Mechanic will:

Transportation Operations:

Assist in the overall supervision and coordination of district transportation systems
Provide routing support and coverage planning for daily and special route needs
Serve as a substitute bus driver as needed
Be on-call for transportation issues while buses are on the road including after-hours and weekends
Assist with compliance to state and federal laws board policies and safety regulations

Fleet Maintenance and Supervision:

Lead and execute preventative maintenance programs for all district vehicles
Oversee service intervals inspections repairs and upkeep of buses and other district vehicles
Diagnose and perform major mechanical repairs including engine transmission and brake work
Maintain detailed service records track parts usage and forecast future maintenance needs
Monitor inventory and order supplies/parts with approval from the Director of Operations or Head Mechanic
Ensure all vehicles meet operational and safety standards
Assist with summer vehicle maintenance and readiness programs

Facilities and Departmental Support:
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the bus garage
Provide maintenance support on other district equipment as assigned
Collaborate with district maintenance teams to support operations when needed
Represent the department positively with staff students families and the community

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

This role requires:
Frequent standing walking climbing reaching pushing/pulling
Lifting up to 100 pounds
Working in indoor/outdoor environments including in extreme weather conditions
Operating and driving district vehicles

Terms of Employment:
Annual Salary: $65000 $70000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Work Schedule:
- School Year: 7:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. with 1-hour lunch (subject to assignment)
- Summer: 6:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. MondayThursday with 30-minute lunch
Final salary hours and work year to be established by the Superintendent with Board of Education approval
Evaluation:

Will need to provide own tools

Performance will be evaluated annually by the Director of Operations in accordance with board policies and district evaluation procedures.

FCSD Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Notice of Non-Discrimination-public notice:It is the policy of the Fairfield Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race color national origin gender disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and it its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the districts Equity Coordinator Evan Marten CFO/HR Fairfield Community School District ACT Center Central Office 403 South 20th St. Fairfield IA 52556 Telephone: . Email: evan

Required Experience:

Director

Position Type:Supervisor/Manager / DirectorDate Posted:10/8/2025Location:Transportation BuildingDate Available:immediately Closing Date: Until FilledJob Title: Associate Director of Transportation / Mechanic Department: Office of Operations Reports To: Director of Operations Classification: Full-Ti...

Position Type:
Supervisor/Manager / Director

Date Posted:
10/8/2025

Location:
Transportation Building

Date Available:
immediately

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary:

Qualifications:

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with air brake passenger and S endorsements (or willingness to obtain)
Working knowledge of mechanical components diesel engines air brake systems and vehicle maintenance
Ability to meet deadlines and lift heavy objects
Successful completion of a DOT physical (as required by Iowa law)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Basic computer skills (recordkeeping maintenance tracking)

Desired:

Experience managing or coordinating vehicle maintenance or transportation operations in a school or public sector setting
Welding and fabrication experience
Knowledge of fleet inventory systems and preventative maintenance scheduling

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director of Operations the Associate Director of Transportation / Mechanic will:

Transportation Operations:

Assist in the overall supervision and coordination of district transportation systems
Provide routing support and coverage planning for daily and special route needs
Serve as a substitute bus driver as needed
Be on-call for transportation issues while buses are on the road including after-hours and weekends
Assist with compliance to state and federal laws board policies and safety regulations

Fleet Maintenance and Supervision:

Lead and execute preventative maintenance programs for all district vehicles
Oversee service intervals inspections repairs and upkeep of buses and other district vehicles
Diagnose and perform major mechanical repairs including engine transmission and brake work
Maintain detailed service records track parts usage and forecast future maintenance needs
Monitor inventory and order supplies/parts with approval from the Director of Operations or Head Mechanic
Ensure all vehicles meet operational and safety standards
Assist with summer vehicle maintenance and readiness programs

Facilities and Departmental Support:
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the bus garage
Provide maintenance support on other district equipment as assigned
Collaborate with district maintenance teams to support operations when needed
Represent the department positively with staff students families and the community

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

This role requires:
Frequent standing walking climbing reaching pushing/pulling
Lifting up to 100 pounds
Working in indoor/outdoor environments including in extreme weather conditions
Operating and driving district vehicles

Terms of Employment:
Annual Salary: $65000 $70000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Work Schedule:
- School Year: 7:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. with 1-hour lunch (subject to assignment)
- Summer: 6:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. MondayThursday with 30-minute lunch
Final salary hours and work year to be established by the Superintendent with Board of Education approval
Evaluation:

Will need to provide own tools

Performance will be evaluated annually by the Director of Operations in accordance with board policies and district evaluation procedures.

FCSD Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Notice of Non-Discrimination-public notice:It is the policy of the Fairfield Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race color national origin gender disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and it its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the districts Equity Coordinator Evan Marten CFO/HR Fairfield Community School District ACT Center Central Office 403 South 20th St. Fairfield IA 52556 Telephone: . Email: evan

Required Experience:

Director

Key Skills

Program assessment
FDA Regulations
Manufacturing & Controls
Program Evaluation
budget forecast
Research Experience
Operations Management
Research & Development
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Contract Management
Leadership Experience
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Associate Transportation DirectorMechanic (65,000-70,000)

Fairfield, OH - USA

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Transportation Operations:

Fleet Maintenance and Supervision:

Facilities and Departmental Support:

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Terms of Employment:

Job Summary:

Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Transportation Operations:

Fleet Maintenance and Supervision:

Facilities and Departmental Support:

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Terms of Employment:

Key Skills

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