Transit Operations Manager — Safety, Training & Growth

Allegan County; Allegan Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance Plans

Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) with a company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Casual Dress Environment

Tuition Reimbursement

MTM Perks Discount Program

Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Job summary

MTM Transit is seeking a Manager of Operations in Allegan, MI to lead the operations team, including drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance staff, ensuring safe, efficient service within contract requirements.

You will train staff, monitor performance, and collaborate with the client to meet safety, ADA, DOT, and FTA standards while managing budgets and process improvements. This role offers growth and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• Transit industry experience preferred.
• Experience supervising hourly personnel in a passenger transportation environment.
• Experience training in classroom and behind the wheel settings.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Drivers, Dispatchers, and operations staff for safe, efficient operation.
• Perform monthly Safety meetings.
• Train, retrain and update policies and safety guidelines.
• Perform Driver evaluations per contract, ADA, DOT, and FTA requirements.
• Communicate with the client to ensure positive relationships and updates.
• Monitor performance and provide coaching to direct reports.

Skills

Strong problem solving

Discipline administration

Safety training procedures

Map reading & radio

Confidentiality

Regular attendance

Job description

MTM Transit is seeking a Manager of Operations in Allegan, MI to lead the operations team, including drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance staff, ensuring safe, efficient service within contract requirements.

You will train staff, monitor performance, and collaborate with the client to meet safety, ADA, DOT, and FTA standards while managing budgets and process improvements. This role offers growth and a collaborative culture.