Strategic Transit Operations Lead (Asst GM)

Transdev North America, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: minimum of two weeks

Sick days: 5 days

Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4浮

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Transdev North America, Inc. seeks an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in directing passenger transit operations in Minnesota.

The role oversees daily contract operations, facility safety, customer service, and financials, with a focus on effective leadership and strategic planning. Qualifications include a high school diploma, a bachelor’s in a related field, and 5+7 years in supervisory roles within vehicle maintenance/repair, plus strong regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred.
• 5+7 years of supervisory or management level experience in the vehicle maintenance and repair industry.
• Add 5 years’ experience of vehicle / heavy equipment repair.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws.
• Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods of operation of the transit system’s staff and operational departments.
• Ability to deal with state and local government.
• Ability to manage cost control and financial/budget experience handling multiple locations.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently; strong attention to details.
• Ability to navigate Labor Relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances, and negotiations.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations management.
• Provides strategic planning and direction to the operations staff.
• Manages contract compliance.
• Has shared responsibility for scheduling, performance evaluation, and staffing responsibilities for the facility's management staff.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Strategic planning

Staff management

Contract compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Logistics/Transportation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Transdev North America, Inc. seeks an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in directing passenger transit operations in Minnesota.

The role oversees daily contract operations, facility safety, customer service, and financials, with a focus on effective leadership and strategic planning. Qualifications include a high school diploma, a bachelor’s in a related field, and 5+7 years in supervisory roles within vehicle maintenance/repair, plus strong regulatory knowledge.