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.