Transit Road Supervisor: Safety Lead & Driver Coaching

Transdev; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days (5–20)

Sick days (5)

Paid holidays (10 + floating)

Job summary

Transdev in San Diego, CA is seeking a Road Supervisor at our PARA Transit location in Kearny Mesa to oversee route execution and safety compliance. This role emphasizes customer service, safety, and on-site leadership.

The position includes supervisory duties for hourly staff, daily scheduling, and reporting to local management, with opportunities to conduct driver training and safety courses. Strong computer skills and a valid CDL are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License.
• 2–3 years supervisory experience in transit preferred.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Communicate job requirements and responsibilities to drivers.
• Day-to-day scheduling, counseling, and submitting evaluation reports to local management.
• Conduct on-the-scene accident investigations; assist drivers in preparing accident reports, OSHA reports and safety violations documents.
• Develop and host driver training and safety courses; train new drivers and retrain drivers involved in accidents.
• Observe drivers on the road; correct safety problems on the scene and document violations.
• Liaison between drivers and customers/organization on service concerns.
• Evaluate and monitor driver safety and performance per policy.
• Assist Safety Manager with DOT/FTA compliance – drug testing and recordkeeping.
• Drive routes periodically.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

CDL

Supervisory experience

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Road Supervisor

Transdev in San Diego, CA is hiring a Road Supervisor at our PARA Transit location in Kearny Mesa . Road Supervisors ensure all routes are completed in compliance with safety procedures. We are seeking customer service-oriented professionals who are dedicated to safety.

Transdev is proud to offer :

CBA Position:

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• $33.45/hr

Benefits include:

• Vacation: 5 to 20 days

• Sick days: 5 days

• Paid Holidays: 10 days; 1 floating

• Other Standard Benefits After 60 Days Employment:Medical, Dental & Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability,401k Retirement Benefits including company match beginning immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate job requirements and responsibilities to drivers.

• Day to day scheduling, counseling, and submitting evaluation reports to local management.

• Conduct on-the-scene accident investigations; assist drivers in preparing accident reports, OSHA reports and safety violations documents.

• Develop and host driver training and safety courses; train new drivers and retrain drivers involved in accidents.

• Observe drivers on the road - correct safety problems on the scene while documenting violations.

• Liaison between drivers and both the customers and organization in customer service concerns

• Evaluate and monitor driver safety and performance in compliance with legal, employment and labor policy matters.

• Assist Safety Manager with DOT/FTA compliance - drug testing and recordkeeping.

• Drive routes periodically.

• Other duties as required.

Qualifications :

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License

• Supervisory experience with hourly employees; 2-3 years transit supervisory experience preferred

• Computer literate - basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. ( DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis , for any reason.)

A bout Transdev : Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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Job Category: Management

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8892

Pay Group: 2V9

Cost Center: 55826

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.