Field Safety Supervisor — Lead Drivers & Compliance

First Student Shared Services; Brooklyn (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Field Supervisor to oversee driver performance, safety inspections, and compliance, ensuring timely, safe transportation for students and passengers. The role includes dispatch duties, incident reporting, and collaboration with management.

The position offers a pay rate of $28.00 per hour, with opportunities for advancement across North America and a supportive, safety-oriented work environment that emphasizes customer service and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience dealing with collision and injury claims is a plus.
• Prior School Bus Driver experience preferred.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical; 49 CFR Part 40 applies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor driver pre- and post-trip inspections and equipment issues; take corrective action.
• Perform driver road checks and assess work readiness.
• Conduct IPP safety contacts with drivers and correct on-site violations.
• Dispatch and drive routes as needed.
• Assist management with driver interviews.
• Monitor on-time performance.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

First Student is hiring a Field Supervisor to oversee driver performance, safety inspections, and compliance, ensuring timely, safe transportation for students and passengers. The role includes dispatch duties, incident reporting, and collaboration with management.

The position offers a pay rate of $28.00 per hour, with opportunities for advancement across North America and a supportive, safety-oriented work environment that emphasizes customer service and reliability.