Regional Safety and Training Manager - Transit

WeDriveU, Inc.; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Unlimited PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

WeDriveU is seeking a Regional Safety and Training Manager - Transit to lead safety initiatives across assigned locations. You will partner with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and client leadership to implement safety programs, conduct incident investigations, and deliver training that ensures safe, reliable transportation operations.

Key duties include audits, driver qualification support, and regular safety meetings, with travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of passenger transportation safety, fleet safety, risk management, or related operational experience.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, ADA, FTA, and applicable transportation safety regulations.
• Must hold or obtain within 90 days the highest CDL license classification operated in their region.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of safety policies across locations.
• Promote proactive safety culture through coaching and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, ADA, and client safety requirements.
• Conduct safety audits, ride checks, and inspections.
• Investigate incidents and provide root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor safety metrics like injuries, violations, and audit findings.
• Collaborate with operations to identify risks and implement safety actions.
• Assist with driver qualification and safety training programs.
• Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and coaching sessions.
• Prepare and deliver Master training classes.
• Maintain regulatory compliance records and reports.
• Support client safety meetings and regulatory inspections.
• Assist with workers’ comp and return-to-work coordination.
• Stay updated on transportation safety regulations.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Coaching and training

Communication and influence

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Travel ability

Google Suite / MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety / Transportation / Occupational Health / Business

Tools

Safety reporting systems

Job description

Regional Safety and Training Manager - Transit

Compensation $95,000.00 - $110,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

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.

The Regional Safety and Training Manager is responsible for supporting and advancing the company’s safety culture, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation efforts across assigned operating locations. This position partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Human Resources, and client leadership teams to implement safety programs, monitor compliance, investigate incidents, and deliver training initiatives that support safe and reliable transportation operations.

The Regional Safety and Training Manager provides leadership and guidance to frontline employees and local management teams while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, client, and company safety requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support the implementation and execution of company safety policies, procedures, and standards across assigned operating locations.

Promote and reinforce a proactive safety culture through coaching, communication, accountability, and employee engagement.

Ensure compliance with applicable DOT, FMCSA, FTA, OSHA, ADA, state, local, client, and company safety requirements.

Conduct regular safety audits, ride checks, facility inspections, field observations, and compliance reviews.

Investigate incidents, injuries, and safety-related events; support local operations with root cause analysis and complete corrective action recommendations.

Monitor safety performance metrics including preventable collisions, injury trends, claims, violations, and audit findings, etc..

Partner with local Operations and Maintenance leadership to identify risks and implement corrective and preventative safety actions.

Support driver qualification compliance including DQ files, MVR reviews, drug and alcohol testing programs, and safety-sensitive employee requirements.

Assist with the delivery and reinforcement of safety training programs including defensive driving, ADA/passenger assistance, emergency response, and refresher training.

Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and coaching sessions with frontline employees and managers.

Prepare and deliver Master training classes

Prepare reports, audit documentation, incident summaries, and compliance records in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

Support client safety meetings, operational reviews, audits, and regulatory inspections as required.

Assist with workers’ compensation, claims management, return-to-work coordination, and injury prevention initiatives.

Maintain current knowledge of transportation safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.

Travel regularly within the assigned region to support operating locations and field teams.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of passenger transportation safety, fleet safety, risk management, or related operational experience required.
• Or
• 5+ years of experience in non passenger transportation safety.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, ADA, FTA, and applicable transportation safety regulations.
• Ability to conduct safety investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Must hold or obtain within 90 days the highest CDL license classification operated in their region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Transportation, Occupational Health, Business, or related field preferred.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, audits, and regulatory compliance reviews.
• Prior training or coaching experience is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence employees at all levels.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with operational and client stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications and safety reporting systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Core Competencies

• Safety Leadership
• Regulatory Compliance
• Coaching and Training
• Operational Partnership
• Audit and Inspection Management
• Communication and Influence
• Problem-Solving

Certificates, Licenses, and Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned region as needed.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• DOT medical certification may be required based on operational needs.

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)
• Unlimited PTO
• 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.

Regional Safety and Training Manager - Transit