Transportation Operations Manager

First Student, Inc.; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Career advancement

Positive work environment

Job summary

First Student, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Manager to provide operational oversight, supervise staff, and manage financial performance. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and adherence to regulations while optimizing budgets and route schedules.

The position offers a competitive annual salary of $125,000–$132,500 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, paid holidays, PTO, and clear career advancement opportunities across North America.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years management experience.
• Minimum 5 years operations experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Business background in financial, strategic, and/or organizational analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manages operational expenses and explains budget variances.
• Manages injury and collision claims.
• Ensures safety practices and applicable regulations are obeyed by all employees.
• Ensure facilities and buses are maintained to safety and environmental standards.
• Sets accurate schedules for routes.
• Minimizes route drive times and mileage while adhering to contractual and regulatory mandates.
• Provides accurate and timely operational and financial reporting as requested by AGM and/or finance.
• Ensures purchases follow company processes and policies.
• Drives employee engagement and recognition.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Financial/strategic analysis

Education

4-year degree or equivalent

Job description

First Student, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Manager to provide operational oversight, supervise staff, and manage financial performance. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and adherence to regulations while optimizing budgets and route schedules.

The position offers a competitive annual salary of $125,000–$132,500 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, paid holidays, PTO, and clear career advancement opportunities across North America.