Safety Manager

Transdev North America; Town of Wallkill (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Transdev North America is seeking a Safety Manager in Wallkill, NY. This role ensures compliance with safety regulations and oversees recruitment and training of operators. Responsibilities include conducting training, managing drug testing programs, and maintaining safety documentation. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience in the transportation industry and strong safety management skills. A competitive salary of $64,000 to $79,000 is offered, along with benefits including vacation, holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in the passenger transportation industry.
• Experience in location safety management and/or operations management.
• Ability to create and manage training materials.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct training activities and maintain training records.
• Manage injury prevention programs and conduct accident investigations.

Skills

Experience in passenger transportation

Safety management skills

Training and development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

The Safety 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. Based in Wallkill, NY supporting the NYSDOCCS.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package: $64,000.00 to $79,000.00.

• 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, 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.
• Ensures all safety manuals, programs, policies, and procedures are current and meet the needs of the location.
• Documents all training activities and ensures accurate completion of all training‑related employee records.
• Establishes 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.
• Responds to customer comments related to the service.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the passenger transportation industry.
• 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.
• 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.

Legal and Compliance

Eligible to work in the United States, must pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Drug‑free workplace. Subject to DOT regulations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity 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.