Road Supervisor: Safety, Driver Training & Ops

Transdev North America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: up to 5 days per year

Paid Sick Leave: 5 days after 1 year

Holidays: Eligible after 90 days

Job summary

Transdev North America in Chicago, IL is seeking a Road Supervisor dedicated to safety and customer service excellence. The role ensures routes follow safety procedures and reports to local management with routine evaluations.

Responsibilities include driver communications, on‑site investigations, training, and flexible scheduling. Union pay scales apply per Collective Bargaining Agreement; CDL is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain one.
• Supervisory experience with hourly employees; 2-3 years transit supervisory experience preferred.
• Computer literate – basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical exam if applicable.
• Must not use Schedule I drugs, including cannabis.

Responsibilities

• Communicate job requirements and responsibilities to drivers.
• Day‑to‑day scheduling, counseling, and submitting evaluation reports to local management.
• Conduct on‑scene accident investigations; assist drivers in preparing accident reports, OSHA reports and safety violations documents.
• Develop and host driver training and safety courses; train new drivers and retrain drivers involved in accidents.
• Observe drivers on the road – correct safety problems on the scene while documenting violations.
• Liaison between drivers and both the customers and organization in customer service concerns.
• Evaluate and monitor driver safety and performance in compliance with legal, employment and labor policy matters.
• Assist Safety Manager with DOT/FTA compliance – drug testing and record‑keeping.
• May drive routes periodically.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require; willing to cover shifts on short notice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Shift flexibility

Computer literacy

DOT compliance awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Transdev North America in Chicago, IL is seeking a Road Supervisor dedicated to safety and customer service excellence. The role ensures routes follow safety procedures and reports to local management with routine evaluations.

Responsibilities include driver communications, on‑site investigations, training, and flexible scheduling. Union pay scales apply per Collective Bargaining Agreement; CDL is required or obtainable.