Safety Coordinator

DATTCO, INC; Westport; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned transportation company is hiring a full-time Safety Coordinator to oversee the School Bus Safety Department in Westport. Responsibilities include writing reports, assisting drivers with safety policies, and coordinating training sessions. Candidates should have at least two years of experience as a school bus driver and one year as a Safety Trainer. This role offers a family-oriented culture and room for advancement.

Benefits

Family-oriented culture

Room for advancement

Medical and dental insurance

401k plan with company match

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Qualifications

• Minimum two years as a school bus driver with an accident-free record.
• One year experience as a School Bus Safety Trainer.
• Ability to conduct in-person and virtual training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee School Bus Safety Department duties.
• Write narrative reports and activity reports.
• Assist drivers with understanding safety policies.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of vehicle-based IT camera systems

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

DATTCO is currently hiring a full-time Safety Coordinator for our School Bus Safety Department in Southwest Connecticut. This position will support our school bus terminals in Greenwich, New Canaan, Westport and Bridgeport.

DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned company that was established in 1924. We are the largest private passenger transportation company in New England with over 2,000 employees operating from 30 locations. Learn more about us at www.dattco.com.

What We Offer

• Family-oriented culture and team environment
• Room for advancement – we promote from within
• Medical and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending account

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for oversight of established School Bus Safety Department duties
• Ability to write narrative reports, event summaries, and activity reports
• Have excellent computer and interpersonal skills
• Ability to navigate several vehicle-based IT camera systems
• Coordinate and supervise activities of assigned safety trainers/driver coaches
• Completion of applicant on-boarding process, document completion, driver training, road evaluations, accident response/investigation and drug collection
• Assist drivers with understanding safety policies and compliance
• Ability to transition from differing tasks
• Ability to work independently
• Responsible for timely review, response, and reporting of accidents, safety related issues and recorded events
• Work collaboratively with all Operations and Safety staff to further overall safety and operational goals
• Reports directly to a District Safety Manager or School Bus Safety Director

Position Requirements

• Minimum two years as a school bus driver with previous two years accident free driving record
• Minimum one year as a School Bus Safety Trainer
• Strong audio/visual/electronics systems knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively with drivers, management and coworkers
• Have and maintain a valid school bus driver’s license and medical card
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Acquire and retain safety related information for accurate dissemination
• Ability to conduct both in-person and virtual training sessions

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.