Road Supervisor

Socket.dev; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Job summary

Via in Rochester, MN is hiring a Road Supervisor to oversee service operations for public transit. You will supervise drivers, train new hires, support riders, and de-escalate conflicts, while stepping in as a driver when needed.

This full-time, in-person role requires 40–45 hours weekly with variable shifts including evenings and weekends. You’ll lead safety procedures, perform inspections, and collaborate with a broad team to scale operations and improve passenger experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in transportation services or similar industry.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Hold CDL with Passenger Endorsement and a clean driving record.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with tablets and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct driver evaluations and provide coaching to improve service quality.
• Develop and implement training programs for drivers.
• Handle customer service issues and resolve complaints.
• Prioritize operational issues as the point of contact and propose solutions.
• Go to the scene of incidents to manage processes and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with teams to scale operations and safety practices.

Skills

CDL

Passenger Endorsement

Communication

Tablet Proficiency

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person’s daily commute to reducing humanity’s collective environmental footprint — we’ve got huge goals.

As a Road Supervisor, you will oversee service operations for Rochester Public Transit. You will supervise driver performance, train drivers, support riders, de-escalate conflicts, and manage incidents when they occur. You may also work as a driver operator when needed, leading by example, and ensuring excellent customer service for our riders.

This is a full-time, shift-based position requiring approximately 40–45 hours per week (8–9 hour shifts) in-person based out of our Rochester, Minnesota. While standard schedules are provided, this role does require flexibility and your fixed schedule could include evenings, weekends, and on occasion extended hours as business needs arise.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct regular performance evaluations of drivers, providing feedback and coaching to improve service quality and efficiency.
• Develop and implement training programs for new hires and ongoing training for existing drivers.
• Handle customer service issues, resolving complaints and making decisions to promote passenger satisfaction.
• Prioritize operational issues as the real-time point of contact and implement creative solutions to solve problems as they arise
• Go to the scene of accidents and incidents to manage processes and protocols
• Diligently work collaboratively with a broad interdisciplinary team to scale operational processes, systems, and tools to drive rapid growth
• Safely and courteously, operate lift-equipped vehicles to transport elderly and/or persons with disabilities
• Learn the fundamentals of Via operations and related safety procedures
• Perform the routine operation of vehicles, including pre- and post-shift inspections

Who You Are:

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in transportation services or comparable industry, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• High school diploma or equivalent; higher education or certifications in transportation, logistics, or related field preferred.
• At least 25 years old
• Hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Passenger Endorsement with a clean driving record.
• An effective communicator and holds excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to handle stressful situations diplomatically.
• Proficient in using a tablet and standard office software (e.g., Google Suite).
• Possess good knowledge of the city and community of Rochester
• Are able to operate a wheelchair accessible vehicle within standard safety guidelines to ensure public safety
• Able to deal effectively and courteously with all customers and the public
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
• Successful completion of a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle records check is mandatory for employment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable
• Salary range: $32 - $34 / hour
• Hours/Shifts: Varied
• We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement benefits.

Ready to join the ride?

Via is an equal opportunity employer.