General Manager

MV Transportation; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager to lead its transportation operations in Alexandria, Virginia. This pivotal role involves managing customer relations, overseeing staff training, and ensuring compliance with safety and financial metrics. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in operations management, particularly within fixed route and shuttle services. Join a forward-thinking organization where your leadership will directly impact service delivery and operational excellence. If you are ready to take on the challenge and drive positive change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in operations management in transportation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance and safety programs.
• Conduct audits and manage financial metrics.

Skills

Operations Management

Customer Relations

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Labor Negotiations

Transportation Technologies

Education

College Degree

Business Management Experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

General Manager

Job Locations

US-VA-Alexandria

ID

2025-9345

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

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Responsibilities

MV Transportation, Inc. is seeking aGeneral Manager with fixed route and/or shuttle experience who will provide support, leadership and direction to assigned operating location to ensure delivery of annual business plans. He/she will control the daily operation of our transportation contract, in compliance with the policies of the contracting agency and in conformance with company procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

Effectively manage customer relations through both direct contact and outreach programs.

• Identify, select, train and mentor location staff.
• Effectively and frequently communicate with location staff and support team members.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance plan and ensures fleet availability to meet service requirements.
• Oversee safety and training programs, plans and processes to ensure compliance withcompany, contract and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain client contact routinely to meet or exceed expectations.
• Conduct periodic departmental audits.
• Daily, weekly and monthly review of key operational metrics.
• Ensure that all location financial metrics are managed continuously, exceptions are reported and action plans are developed to ensure the location meets it financial, safety and operational expectations.
• Implement, promote and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Interact with bridges committee to effectuate positive changes to policies, procedures and programs.
• Participate in location(s) labor and employee relations activities.
• Provide insight and information to support location(s) contract renewals.
• Create and present location(s) annual budget.

Qualifications

Talent Requirements:

• College degree or equivalent business management experience.
• Management experience required.
• Must have a minimum of (2) two years of comprehensive experience in operations management in a fixed route and/or shuttle operation.
• Must have labor/union(s) negations/expenses expertise.
• Must have a full understanding of dispatch, scheduling, driver recruitment, and safety DOT and FTA compliance.
• MS Office, strong analytical skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and high degree of multi-tasking skills.
• Must have experience with transportation technologies.
• Additional duties/responsibilities based upon individual contract requirements.

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