Assistant Location Manager

First Student • Tonka Bay, MN

3d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

First Student is hiring an Assistant Transportation Manager to assist the Contractual Manager in supervising daily operations, monitoring performance, identifying safety issues, and resolving conflicts. The role supports safe, reliable home-to-school transportation and dependable service to customers. It requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications, including communications required by applicable regulations.

The position offers an annual salary of $70,000–$80,000 plus a bonus, full benefits, paid holidays, and PTO. The posting also notes career advancement opportunities, a positive work environment, access to earned wages before payday through Chime MyPay at Work, and the Salt Rewards employee savings and rewards program. The role regularly requires extended hours, including weekends, and travel within the service area using a working vehicle.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of transportation experience.
• 2–3 years of supervisory experience.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with basic vehicle mechanic processes and maintenance.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work extended hours regularly, including weekends.
• Possess a working vehicle to travel within the service area as needed.
• English proficiency for job-related communications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure home-to-school routes are covered in a timely and efficient manner.
• Communicate with drivers regarding concerns and performance issues.
• Investigate client complaints and coordinate resolutions.
• Ensure on-time performance goals are achieved.
• Monitor driver safety and make Injury Prevention contacts with drivers to identify and resolve safety issues.
• Assist the Contractual Manager with reviewing and resolving union grievances.
• Ensure dispatch staff assigns spare drivers and buses as required to provide on-time route coverage.
• Audit and correct athletic trip invoices in accordance with company guidelines.

Benefits

• Full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Positive and rewarding work environment.
• Access to earned wages before payday through Chime MyPay at Work.
• Salt Rewards Program for employee savings and rewards.
• Annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED