Road Safety Supervisor

Hiring Immediately - Road Safety Supervisor

Transdev is seeking a Road Safety Supervisor (position hours 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.) for its Boston Public Schools transportation contract. The Road Safety Supervisor performs a variety of functions to ensure that safe transportation service is efficiently delivered. Position performs both field and office assignments at the discretion of the General Manager, Director of Safety and Training, and Safety Desk Manager.

Come join the largest private-sector operator of public transportation in North America, one that cares about its employees, passengers and their communities.

Why Work With Us?

• $26.41 hourly pay rate
• Full time employment with work year-round - not just during the school year!
• Medical, Dental and Vision!
• Short term disability and life insurance!
• Holiday pay!
• Paid time off!
• 401(K) with a Company match!
• Employee assistance program!
• Ability to advance your career!

Responsibilities:

• Ensures safety and assists the client, School Bus Drivers, and Bus Monitors in overcoming operational challenges.
• Supervises and instructs School Bus Drivers with regards to safety, service, and route issues. Assists with on-time performance, as needed.
• Conducts on-board evaluations and observes School Bus Drivers on the road, addresses safety problems, and documents safety violations.
• Assists DriveCam Manager and Coordinator by coaching Drivers in response to video recorded unsafe driving events.
• Helps mediate issues between School Bus Drivers and students parents, and/or school personnel.
• Utilizes other computer-based systems to monitor and improve on-street service.
• Reviews route issues and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Monitors, documents, reports and counsels employees regarding violations of Federal, State or local statutes or ordinances and any Company policies and/or regulations in order to ensure safe bus operations.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, unusual occurrences, and complaints.
• Compiles comprehensive, accurate and timely (end of shift) Safety deployment reports, incident/accident reports, and complaint investigation and observation records.
• Evaluates School Bus Drivers for fitness for duty, as necessary.
• Requests replacement buses/School Bus Drivers, as needed, for vehicles involved in accidents or incidents.
• Assists with ensuring the safety of the yards and other Transdev property.
• Visits schools to evaluate and address service performance and safety issues.
• May be called upon to testify on behalf of the Company during the Union grievance process, Accident Review Committee meetings, Safety appeals meetings, and other legal or administrative proceedings.
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area and vehicle.
• Adheres to a dress code that demonstrates professionalism and respect.
• Participates in Safety Meetings and other events.
• Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.).
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Have and maintain a satisfactory driving record consistent with Company and client policies.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Preferred:

• A valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• A valid School Bus certificate.
• Ability to obtain and a medical examiners certificate.

Experience Required:

• Two (2) years of passenger transit related experience.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to compose simple correspondence as well as reports.
• Must be able to interact professionally with internal and external customers at all levels and demonstrate poise, tact, diplomacy, and utilize good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups.
• Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and possess effective time management skills.
• Proven customer service, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must be able to read a map and possess knowledge of the service area.
• Must be able to work early mornings, afternoons or evening shifts to meet operational needs, including weekends and holidays.

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.

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