Transit Operations Supervisor - 12-Month Contract

First Student, Inc.; United States; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

First Student, Inc. is hiring an Operations Supervisor on a 12 Month contract to oversee day-to-day bus operations, scheduling maintenance and fueling, and assisting with route descriptions and driver paperwork.

The role emphasizes safety, supervision, and coordination across locations. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in transportation, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to interact with school officials when needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in transportation industry.
• Good supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes a safe work environment at all times.
• Insures drivers have the daily paperwork necessary to complete their routes.
• Insures completed charter paperwork is received by the Location Manager for processing.
• Coordinates field trips by the assignment of personnel and vehicles.
• Assists drivers with establishing route descriptions under the Location Manager's direction.
• Insures drivers follow through with scheduled fueling and mechanical work.
• Observes safety practices and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Assists Location Manager during training sessions and kickoff meetings.
• Attends disciplinary meetings with Location Manager.
• May interact with school officials at smaller bus locations.
• May drive a bus on occasion if necessary.
• Assists dispatcher when necessary.
• May manage small locations under the Location Manager.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Job description

First Student, Inc. is hiring an Operations Supervisor on a 12 Month contract to oversee day-to-day bus operations, scheduling maintenance and fueling, and assisting with route descriptions and driver paperwork.

The role emphasizes safety, supervision, and coordination across locations. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in transportation, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to interact with school officials when needed.