Transportation Field Supervisor – Safety & Routes

First Student; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K with matching

Paid time off

Observed holidays

Job summary

First Student in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Transportation Field Supervisor to monitor driver performance, investigate incidents, and ensure safety compliance. The role reports to field management and supports efficient route operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1-2 years of supervisory experience, and strong communication skills, with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook. DOT safety rules apply, including drug testing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience dealing with collision and injury claims a plus.
• Prior School Bus Driver experience preferred.
• DOT drug testing and regulations apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitors driver pre and post trip inspections and equipment issues and takes corrective action.
• Performs driver road checks and observes drivers for work readiness.
• Performs IPP Safety contacts with drivers; corrects safety violations on the scene.
• Dispatches and drives routes as needed.
• Assists management with driver interviews.
• Monitors on time performance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

First Student in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Transportation Field Supervisor to monitor driver performance, investigate incidents, and ensure safety compliance. The role reports to field management and supports efficient route operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1-2 years of supervisory experience, and strong communication skills, with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook. DOT safety rules apply, including drug testing requirements.