Transportation Safety Leader — Drive Compliance & Training

First Student, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

First Student seeks a Transportation Safety Manager in Memphis, TN to lead location safety oversight, training programs, and regulatory compliance. The role includes supervising safety activities, investigating incidents, and guiding drivers and trainers while ensuring adherence to federal and local safety standards.

Candidates should have three years of safety experience or a related degree, OSHA 10-hour training preferred, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Three years of safety experience or a degree plus experience
• OSHA 10-hour training preferred
• Familiarity with FMCSA/FTA rules and safety compliance
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and related software

Responsibilities

• Oversee driver hiring and compliance processes and testing
• Lead and monitor location safety training programs
• Manage safety event investigations and reporting
• Ensure regulatory compliance across federal, state, and local rules
• Plan and document monthly safety meetings and training goals
• Provide safety guidance to employees and supervise safety-related activities
• Support driver performance oversight with available tech and telematics
• Prepare and analyze location safety reports and action plans

Skills

Safety management

Communication

Training delivery

DOT knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Timekeeping systems

Payroll systems

Job description

First Student seeks a Transportation Safety Manager in Memphis, TN to lead location safety oversight, training programs, and regulatory compliance. The role includes supervising safety activities, investigating incidents, and guiding drivers and trainers while ensuring adherence to federal and local safety standards.

Candidates should have three years of safety experience or a related degree, OSHA 10-hour training preferred, and strong MS Office skills.