Bus Operations Lead - Scheduling, Safety & Fleet

First Student; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

First Student is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day bus operations and to schedule maintenance and fueling. The role emphasizes safety, paperwork accuracy, and effective coordination of field trips and drivers. It offers a chance to grow with a large transportation organization.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years in transportation, strong supervisory and communication skills, and the ability to manage routes, paperwork, and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in transportation industry.
• Good supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical per 49 CFR Part 40.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe work environment at all times.
• Insures drivers have daily paperwork for routes. Insures completed charter paperwork is received by the Location Manager for processing.
• Coordinates field trips by the assignment of personnel and vehicles.
• Under location managers direction, assists drivers with establishing route descriptions.
• Insures that drivers follow through with scheduled fueling and mechanical work.
• Observes safety practices of personnel and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Assists Location Manager during training session and kick off meetings.
• Attends disciplinary meetings with location manager.
• May interact with school officials on routine matters at smaller bus locations.
• May drive bus on occasion if necessary.
• Assists dispatcher when necessary.
• May manage small locations under the overall direction of the Location Manager.
• Insures that routes meet state, local, and vendor requirements.
• Reviews time sheets prior to submission to payroll.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

DOT compliance

Job description

First Student is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day bus operations and to schedule maintenance and fueling. The role emphasizes safety, paperwork accuracy, and effective coordination of field trips and drivers. It offers a chance to grow with a large transportation organization.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years in transportation, strong supervisory and communication skills, and the ability to manage routes, paperwork, and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.