Safety Supervisor - Transit

Fountain; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 37,505 - 53,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% employer match

PTO for part-time and full-time positions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Boston seeks a Safety Supervisor to manage compliance with safety regulations and oversee training for transportation personnel. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and leadership skills, a high school diploma, and experience in the transportation industry. This position offers competitive hourly compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience driving motor coaches.
• 3 years training experience in the transportation industry preferred.
• Air brakes certificate and CDL B preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead training programs for transportation personnel.
• Supervise driver trainers and monitor performance.
• Recruit and train Bus Drivers.
• Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction.
• Conduct Driver Safety Meetings and manage safety issues.

Skills

MS Office Software

Interpersonal skills

Strong leadership skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Address 909 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA

Compensation $33.00/hour

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.

The Safety Supervisor will work closely with the General Manager to ensure compliance with state and federal laws as well as company policy. The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, as the company expands their presence in the dynamic transportation marketplace.

Duties and 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.
• Proactively recruit individuals to apply and train them to become Bus Drivers.
• Provide classroom instruction and behind the wheel training of applicants and bus drivers to ensure successful completion of training and testing; recommend upgrades as necessary.
• Provide on-going 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.

Skills Required and Physical Demands

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and transportation related software.
• 2+ years’ experience driving motor coaches.
• 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.

Education and Qualifications (Hard Requirements)

• High school diploma or GED required.

Education and Qualifications (Preferred Requirements)

• 3 years Training experience in Transportation industry.
• Air brakes certificate.
• CDL B.

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.