Safety Manager

Transdev North America; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Transdev North America is seeking a Safety & Training Manager for our Sonora, CA location. You will lead safety programs, deliver operator training, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The role emphasizes developing and mentoring staff, coordinating classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, and maintaining training records. Responsibilities include conducting monthly safety meetings, managing the drug/alcohol program, and driving continuous improvement in safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the passenger transportation industry.
• California CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement.
• Experience in location safety management and/or operations management.
• Providing quality training, including the creation and management of training materials.
• Subject to DOT drug testing per 49 CFR Part 40.

Responsibilities

• Provides behind-the-wheel instruction according to corporate and client specifications in all aspects of vehicle operation and passenger transportation, including defensive driving, service area familiarization, passenger loading, unloading and securement.
• Conducts classroom training in accordance with corporate and location requirements.
• Ensure all safety manuals, programs, policies, and procedures are current and meet the needs of the location.
• Document all training activities and ensure accurate completion of all training-related employee records.
• Establish a relationship with client and corporate personnel to identify additional training needs, resources, and opportunities.
• Prepares and conducts monthly safety meetings.
• Maintains an adequate and complete employee filing system and participates in audits and inspections to meet client and corporate expectations.
• Directs the location drug & alcohol program to include random drug testing and ensures all files are updated to pass regular audits.
• Manages the injury prevention program to reduce the number of workplace injuries.
• Conducts accident investigation using root-cause analysis and assigns employee re-training as required.
• Responsible for maintaining/posting OSHA log.
• Conducts road observations to evaluate operator safety, customer service, and systematic knowledge of the service.
• Provides coaching and re-training as required on Drive Cam.
• Respond to customer comments related to the service.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Training delivery

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DriveCam

Job description

Safety & Training Manager

NOTE: The following position is for a proposed new/future business within Transdev. Only candidates meeting the work experience requirements will be considered.

The Safety and Training Manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and with company safety requirements. Responsible for continuous leadership, recruitment and training of operator candidates. Promotes strong leadership and influences positive employee morale throughout the location. This position is based in Sonora, CA.

Competitive Compensation Package

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $90,000 – maximum $100,000

Benefits Include

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides behind-the-wheel instruction according to corporate and client specifications in all aspects of vehicle operation and passenger transportation, including defensive driving, service area familiarization, passenger loading, unloading and securement.
• Conducts classroom training in accordance with corporate and location requirements.
• Ensure all safety manuals, programs, policies, and procedures are current and meet the needs of the location.
• Document all training activities and ensure accurate completion of all training-related employee records.
• Establish a relationship with client and corporate personnel to identify additional training needs, resources, and opportunities.
• Prepares and conducts monthly safety meetings.
• Maintains an adequate and complete employee filing system and participates in audits and inspections to meet client and corporate expectations.
• Directs the location drug & alcohol program to include random drug testing and ensures all files are updated to pass regular audits.
• Manages the injury prevention program to reduce the number of workplace injuries.
• Conducts accident investigation using root-cause analysis and assigns employee re-training as required.
• Responsible for maintaining/posting OSHA log.
• Conducts road observations to evaluate operator safety, customer service, and systematic knowledge of the service.
• Provides coaching and re-training as required on Drive Cam.
• Respond to customer comments related to the service.
• Other duties as required.
• Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent):

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of (3) years’ experience in the passenger transportation industry.
• California CDL Class B w/Passenger Endorsement
• Experience in location safety management and/or operations management.
• Providing quality training, including the creation and management of training materials.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Job Category: Management

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8805

Pay Group: VDD

Cost Center: NONE