General Manager - Emeryville, CA

WeDriveU; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

WeDriveU is seeking a General Manager in Emeryville, CA, responsible for managing operations and team development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transportation management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to implement strategic plans. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for personal development and career growth.

Benefits

Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits

401(k) with 4% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PTO for part-time and full-time positions

Qualifications

• 5+ years minimum operational management experience in Paratransit or Fixed Route transportation.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Bilingual abilities a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of drivers and develop standard operating procedures.
• Hire, train, and develop staff including Drivers and Operations Manager.
• Review budgets and develop business operating plans.

Skills

Organization

Time Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

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WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.

Job Description

The General Manager will report to the Regional VP of Operations and is responsible for managing and developing team members and formulating and executing account strategy. Additionally, this role will require a thoughtful leader and confident decision maker with ability to measure and monitor performance.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of all drivers and oversee the development and implementation of standard operating procedures as directed by the Client and WeDriveU company policies.
• Be the main point of contact for our client and attend meetings and conference calls as needed.
• Ensures the local team is focused on building strong and effective partnerships
• Make logistical coverage/staffing decisions and communicate them effectively to the rest of the team (drivers and client management)
• Hire (interviews, road tests, etc.), train and develop CSC staff including Drivers, Operations Manager, Dispatchers, Maintenance, and Safety Manager, etc.
• Collaborates with company leaders to understand overall business strategies and creates a CSC operating plan to support these objectives.
• Maintain positive relationships with the local team to ensure employee retention.
• Implement company values and goals while ensuring compliance with all company policies.
• Review budgets and develop short- and long-term business operating plans to increase revenues and margins.
• Report and follow up on any maintenance issues with the vendor.
• Review documentation to ensure all required onsite records, reports, and inspections (pre/post-trip) are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures.
• Identify safety issues; correct and reinforce safety awareness in a manner that promotes cooperation and improved morale.
• Conducts work area inspections and assists in all accident/injury/vehicle damage investigations.
• Analyze and interpret ridership numbers and suggest route changes accordingly.
• Regularly attend client meetings; listen to feedback from client and their employees and react accordingly to review.
• Delivers overall performance and results for the CSC.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may apply.
  
  

Skills Required And Physical Demands

• Excellent organization and time management/multi-tasking skills (comfortable in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment, operating at both strategic and tactical levels)
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently and as part of team.
• Ability to assess risk and to resolve customer issues that do not pose unnecessary risk.
• Knowledge of the companies, service promise, services, capabilities, policies, procedures and practices.
• Ability to develop contractual agreements and Requests for Proposal documents.
• Ability to submit termination or leave documents timely.
• Additional skills and demands may apply.
  
  

Education And Qualifications

Hard Requirements

• 5+ years minimum operational management experience in Paratransit or Fixed Route transportation.
• Work experience in public or private alternative transportation demand management (TDM).
• Ability to travel. Up to 10%.
• Preferred Requirements
• Work experience in public or private alternative transportation demand management (TDM).
• Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent. MBA preferred
• Licensed Class B driver (with Passenger and Air brakes endorsements)
• Bilingual abilities a plus
  

We Offer

Physical Health

• Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
  
  

Financial Health

• Competitive compensation packages
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Financial Wellness Tool
• Commuter Benefits
  
  

Emotional Health

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO for part-time and full-time positions
• Paid holidays
• Pet & Legal Insurance
  
  

Personal Development

• On-the-job training and skills development
• Internal transfer opportunities for career growth
• Benefits vary by position and location
  
  

WeDriveU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. We value excellence and recognize that by respecting the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of our workforce, we will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. We also see diversity as more than policies; it is imperative for enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available.

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