Manager Trainee

First Student; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company seeks an intern to support multiple departments, from safety to finance, while enhancing operational efficiency. Candidates need a high school diploma with relevant experience and possess strong communication skills. This role provides an opportunity for hands-on learning in a fast-paced environment, emphasizing safety and operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holiday/vacation

Professional advancement opportunities

Extensive training programs

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of transportation/logistics experience and/or 1-2 years of supervisory experience required.
• Ability to work flexible full-time hours, including nights and weekends.
• Valid State Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Work with management on developing skills and partnerships.
• Manage safety risks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate operations and maintain fleet sustainability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Active Learning

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

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First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Major Responsibilities

• Work closely with management staff to develop skill set.
• Take part in rotations with multiple departments, including but not limited to: dispatch, road supervision, safety, finance, and HR.
• Develop partnerships with location and corporate staff.
• Showcase your strong management foundation and knowledge of the business.
• Perform any related duties that are required or assigned.
• Learning Assignments:
• 1) Safety
• Manage and mitigate safety risks across a wide range of areas including accident and incident prevention, injury prevention, collision investigation, driver training and development, and Department of Transportation regulatory compliance.
• Includes but is not limited to: driver recruiting and training, accident investigation, Be Safe instruction, SST committee, cadetting, and all related record keeping.
• 2) Finance and Accounting
• Leverage strategic decision-making relating to current assets, current liabilities and the management of working capital.
• Includes but is not limited to: Payroll procedures, dashboard, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fare box procedures, fuel reconciliation, client required record keeping and all related system processing. Budgeting, forecasting, and P&L procedures including accruals and analysis.
• 3) Operations
• Ensure the efficient and profitable coordination and deployment of all services and resources within our locations.
• Includes but is not limited to: Trip or route intake process, scheduling, dispatch, driver check in/out, PIP, drug + alcohol training and use of related systems.
• 4) Maintenance
• Ensure the continuity of service through the maintenance and sustainability of the fleet and support facility assets in conjunction with other Group and Business Division functions.
• Includes but is not limited to: Learn LEAN approach, PM program, infor system, PPE knowledge, EPA, DOT and State requirements; paperless shop and related systems.
• 5) Security
• Apply a multi-layered approach efficiently and effectively to security management, integrating best practices in holistic response to risk in a transportation operation, and recognizing that security culture equates to a culture of minimizing risk.
• Includes but is not limited to: managing crisis through proactive preparation; emergency response: recognizing signs of fraud and waste; IT security;
• 6) Sales
• Make strategic decisions for growth by leveraging skills, knowledge, and leading practices in the competition for transportation business.
• Includes but is not limited to: identification of sales opportunities; planning for acquisitions; Sales Plan; bid process; customer contracts
• 7) Human Resource
• Foster an inclusive culture by focusing on attracting, developing, and managing our most important asset: our employees.
• Includes but is not limited to: best practices, processes, and applicable policies to attract and hire top talent; applicant tracking system (eRcu); job descriptions; background checks; compensation management; performance management; developing talent; lawful separations and terminations; mitigation of risk though adherence to state and federal laws; benefits
• 8) Labor Relations
• Accomplish management and operational objectives within the confines of a labor agreement (Collective Bargaining Agreement).
• Includes but is not limited to: NLRA; collective bargaining; union environment
• 9) Legal
• Identify and mitigate legal, regulatory and commercial risk to the business across a wide range of areas including contractual, litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), regulatory, property, antitrust/competition and corporate issues.
• Includes but is not limited to alignment with legal and regulatory obligations and compliance; binding contracts
  
  

Minimum Education Or Certifications Required

• High School Diploma/GED with 3-4 years of Transportation/Logistics experience and/or 1-2 years of supervisory experience. Bachelors degree is a Plus.
  
  

Minimum Experience Or Skills Required

• 1 -2 years of previous experience as a retail manager or supervisor
• Ability to work a full-time flexible schedule, including morning, night and weekend shifts, and to work overtime as needed
• Active Learning – Quickly process new information, knowledge, and experiences, regularly capitalizing on learning opportunities, and applying new information.
• Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Valid State Driver’s License.
  
  

First for a Reason

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

Professional Advancement

Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 3 to 5 month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student.

Extensive Training

Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion

Because we’re stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.

Community Service & Impact

Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you’ll have a positive impact on others.

Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student!

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf .

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