Safety & Training Supervisor

Vivalon; Ceres (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vivalon is seeking a Safety & Training Supervisor to lead shuttle operations in California. You will supervise drivers, conduct coaching and on-road evaluations, and support the development and delivery of training programs to maintain safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes mentorship, accountability, and customer-focused service, with regular daytime hours and modest travel to keep operations safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation operations, safety, training, or supervision.
• Experience developing and delivering employee training programs.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and performance management skills.
• Knowledge of ADA regulations and passenger transportation best practices.
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal transportation safety regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to travel to our San Rafael headquarters approximately once per month.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision, support, and guidance to shuttle drivers.
• Conduct on-road observations, ride-alongs, evaluations, and coaching sessions to improve driver performance and safety.
• Assist with the development and delivery of driver training programs, workshops, and refresher courses.
• Investigate operational concerns, incidents, customer complaints, and safety-related matters, developing effective solutions when needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client contract requirements, ADA regulations, and applicable state and federal transportation regulations.
• Monitor on-time performance, route adherence, and service quality standards.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through coaching, mentoring, recognition, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for drivers and operational staff, helping resolve challenges while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and customer service

Skills

Transportation ops

Safety training

Coaching

Performance management

ADA regulations

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description:

Join Our Team and Help Drive Safety, Excellence, and Customer Service

Vivalon is seeking a motivated and experienced Safety & Training Supervisor to join our transportation team in Ceres, California. This is an exciting opportunity for a transportation professional who is passionate about safety, employee development, and operational excellence.

In this leadership role, you will make a direct impact on the success of our operation by supporting, coaching, and developing professional drivers while helping ensure the highest standards of safety, service, and regulatory compliance. If you enjoy working with people, mentoring employees, and creating a culture of accountability and excellence, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As a Safety & Training Supervisor, you will partner closely with the Safety & Training Manager to support daily transportation operations and foster a safe, customer-focused work environment. Key responsibilities include:

• Provide day-to-day supervision, support, and guidance to shuttle drivers.
• Conduct on-road observations, ride-alongs, evaluations, and coaching sessions to improve driver performance and safety.
• Assist with the development and delivery of driver training programs, workshops, and refresher courses.
• Investigate operational concerns, incidents, customer complaints, and safety-related matters, developing effective solutions when needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client contract requirements, ADA regulations, and applicable state and federal transportation regulations.
• Monitor on-time performance, route adherence, and service quality standards.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through coaching, mentoring, recognition, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for drivers and operational staff, helping resolve challenges while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and customer service

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Experience in transportation operations, safety, training, or supervision.
• Experience developing and delivering employee training programs.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and performance management skills.
• Knowledge of ADA regulations and passenger transportation best practices.
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal transportation safety regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to travel to our San Rafael headquarters approximately once per month.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience within the transit or passenger transportation industry.
• Experience working with public transit, paratransit, or contract transportation services.
• Knowledge of service area operations and transportation contract requirements.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a transportation environment.

Why Join Vivalon?

At Vivalon, our mission is to connect people to the services and transportation they need to live independently and thrive. As a Safety & Training Supervisor, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful impact in your community.
• Help develop and mentor professional drivers.
• Work with a dedicated and supportive leadership team.
• Contribute to a culture that values safety, respect, teamwork, and service excellence.
• Enjoy a stable Monday-Friday position with daytime hours and limited travel.

Compensation & Benefits

$26.00 - $36.00 per hour (depending on experience)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Chiropractic benefits
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

Vivalon is an equal-opportunity employer and actively encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, or ethnic identity, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation details:

26-34 Hourly Wage