Safety Manager - Landover, MD

Fountain; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits

401(k) with 4% employer match

PTO for part-time and full-time positions

Job summary

A transportation services company in Landover seeks a Safety Manager responsible for developing and enforcing safety compliance. The role includes supervising driver training, conducting safety meetings, and investigating incidents. Ideal candidates have supervisory experience and knowledge of safety regulations. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3 years as a Trainer in the transportation industry desired.
• Must complete a company certification program.
• Strong organizational and group presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training programs for transportation personnel.
• Supervise driver trainers and ensure successful completion of training.
• Develop and conduct Driver Safety Meetings.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Leadership

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Google Suite

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transportation related software

Job description

Address 3201 Hubbard Rd, Landover, MD 20785, USA

Job 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.

Overview

The Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, overseeing, and enforcing safety compliance for our transit program. The Safety Manager will strategically oversee all areas of safety and compliance with respect to DOT/OSHA/CAL-OSHA regulations and prepare our workforce for our client’s needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, design, develop and implement initial and recurrent training programs for transportation personnel
• Supervise driver trainers, by establishing objectives, standards, work schedules and accountability for job performance
• Oversee classroom instruction and behind the wheel training of applicants and bus drivers to ensure successful completion of training and testing; recommend upgrades as necessary
• Responsible for meeting all corporate reporting with regard to safety and training
• Provide ongoing training and performance evaluations for all Driver employees
• Administer and maintain Company random drug/alcohol testing and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing program in conjunction with corporate office
• Develop and conduct regularly scheduled Driver Safety Meetings
• Assume primary responsibility in responding to personal injury and vehicle accidents by on-scene investigation and preparing and submitting reports to the corporate office in accordance with Company policy
• Investigate customer service complaints relative to safety issues and take appropriate corrective action
• Administer and maintain Company Safe Driver Award Program
• High School diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred
• 3 years as a Trainer in transportation industry desired

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience preferred; specifically experience supervising/training a driver workforce
• Must complete a company certification program.
• Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate.
• Strong working knowledge of Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.) and transportation related software
• Strong leadership skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and group presentation skills
• Well-developed multi-tasking and time management skills
• Ability to provide direction, coaching and mentoring to employees while creating an environment that encourages and values input and feedback
• Ability to respond to unanticipated events to ensure excellence in customer service

We Offer

Physical Health

• Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
• Competitive compensation packages
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Financial Wellness Tool

Emotional Health

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO for part-time and full-time positions
• 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.

WeDriveU is not soliciting or recruiting via any third-party platforms at this time. All official applications should be submitted through wedriveu.com or other WeDriveU career portals.