Transportation Manager - Yosemite

Aramark; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Parental leave & disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark in Central California is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead daily transportation operations, oversee fleet utilization, and ensure compliance with DOT/OSHA regulations. This role emphasizes safety, guest service, and financial oversight in a hospitality-focused transport environment.

The position requires 3+ years in management and 5+ years in transportation operations, with strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation operations, fleet management, transit services, hospitality transportation, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Experience leading teams in a customer-facing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all transportation operations in accordance with Aramark standards, company policies, safety requirements, and client expectations.
• Oversee daily transportation activities including fleet utilization, dispatch operations, route management, scheduling, staffing, and customer service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, National Park Service, and company regulations.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, inspections, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline employees.
• Lead performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, guests, and internal departments.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenditures, and provide financial forecasts.
• Respond to operational emergencies and service disruptions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Transportation operations

Fleet scheduling

Dispatch systems

Customer service

Safety compliance

Tools

MS Office

Dispatch scheduling software

Workforce management systems

Job description

Job Description

There's so much to love in Yosemite National Park - the ultimate outdoor playground - year-round. Be part of the Yosemite experience! Live, work, and play at historic properties like The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Valley Lodge, Wawona Hotel, Curry Village, White Wolf Lodge, Tuolumne Meadows and more! Expand your career, cultivate environmental stewardship, and explore your personal interests. Located in Central California in the Sierra Mountains, 4 hours east of San Francisco. The idea of National Parks began here when Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Land Grant on June 30, 1864, during the Civil War. This was the first time the government signed the protection of public lands into public policy based on natural beauty and preservation for future generations.

The Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing daily transportation operations, fleet management, dispatch functions, employee supervision, safety compliance, customer service, and financial performance. This position provides leadership to transportation supervisors and frontline employees while ensuring safe, efficient, and guest-focused transportation services.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $70,000.00 to $75,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS:

• Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.
• Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.
• Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership Competencies

• Commitment to employee development through coaching, mentoring, training, succession planning, and performance management.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Strong conflict resolution and employee relations skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to safety.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Manage all transportation operations in accordance with Aramark standards, company policies, safety requirements, and client expectations.
• Oversee daily transportation activities including fleet utilization, dispatch operations, route management, scheduling, staffing, and customer service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, National Park Service, and company regulations.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, inspections, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline employees.
• Lead performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, guests, and internal departments.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenditures, and provide financial forecasts.
• Respond to operational emergencies and service disruptions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation operations, fleet management, transit services, hospitality transportation, logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience leading teams in a customer-facing environment preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of transportation operations, fleet scheduling, dispatch systems, safety programs, regulatory compliance, and customer service standards.
• Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and applicable transportation regulations preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with transportation management, dispatching, scheduling, or workforce management systems preferred.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.