Transportation Foreman

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ-along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations-Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

The Opportunity

The Transportation Foreman plans, organizes and supervises the scheduling, repair and replacement of all university owned vehicles, and industrial lawn maintenance equipment. Properly diagnose mechanical problems as they arise. Supervise Transportation Department Personnel. Ensure that the entire fleet of university vehicles and lawn maintenance equipment are in a good state of repair at all times, within established budgetary limitations. In addition, this employee acts as Facilities Management's resource for environmental health and safety concerns, including safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and safety training on equipment by working with the University Safety Department.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Required Education and Qualifications:

Qualifications (Summary)

• Formal diploma/certificate program (6-18 months post-high school) in auto mechanics or equivalent experience.

• Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Strong mechanical aptitude; experience in repair of gasoline-powered vehicles, including engines, transmissions, electronic systems, rear axles, and drive trains.

• Skills in acetylene and electrical welding, auto bodywork, and painting.

• Knowledge of industrial lawn equipment and proper repair techniques.

• Familiarity with handling and disposal of hazardous materials; DOT/RCRA Hazardous Materials Training Certification compliant.

• Supervisory skills and experience.

• 5-10 years of relevant mechanical/maintenance experience.

Secondary Job Functions / Duties (Nonessential / Marginal)

• Conduct road tests.

• Perform auto body work and painting as required.

• Establish written guidelines for acquiring contractor quotes on transportation-related items.

• Work with University Safety to dispose of hazardous or active waste found on campus and in facilities.

• Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Director.

• Perform personnel actions including interviewing, hiring, and evaluating shop personnel.

Job Parameters

• Hours / Schedule: On-call as needed (cell phone required), may work outside normal business hours; travel minimal (for training)

• Work Environment / Conditions:

  • May be exposed to standing for long periods, hazardous materials, adverse weather, and long hours.

  • Some adverse environmental conditions: heat/cold, noise, dust/fumes, poor lighting, close quarters, poor ventilation, indoors/outdoors.

  • May be required to work during disaster recovery operations, exposed to inclement/sub-tropical weather.

• Must meet the University's standards for approved drivers. Unacceptable driving records (as stated in the Use of Equipment and Vehicles Procedure 1.17) include the following (for three years from the date of each occurrence):
  • Three (3) or more at-fault accidents and/or moving violations in the previous 36 months.
  • Two (2) or more at-fault accidents or two (2) or more moving violations in the past year.
  • Conviction for driving while impaired (DWl, DUl within the last five (5) years).
  • Conviction for death by vehicle, hit and run, racing, careless and reckless driving, implied consent in the previous five (5) years.
  • Serious violations result in immediate disqualification and revocation of driver privileges. The following are examples of serious violations:
  • Speeding over 15 mph of the posted limit, driving under the Influence of alcohol or drugs, leaving the scene of an accident, reckless or careless driving, Use of vehicle in (drug trafficking, reckless homicide, soliciting), unlawful use of weapons, driving under suspension or revocation, fleeing a police officer, vehicle theft, Improper or illegal lane change, following too close, and passing a stopped school bus while stop sign is engaged.

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition numberR310866. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full Resume

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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