Lead Road Supervisor

Via•Mobile, AL

1d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person’s daily commute to reducing humanity’s collective environmental footprint — we’ve got huge goals. As the Lead Road Supervisor, you will oversee service operations for Port City Transit, LLC to supervise driver performance, train entry level drivers, support riders, de-escalate conflicts, and manage incidents when they occur. You may also work as a Driver Operator when needed, leading by example, and ensuring excellent customer service for our riders. This is a full-time, shift-based position requiring approximately 40–45 hours per week (8–9 hour shifts) in-person based out of our Mobile, AL location. While standard schedules are provided, this role does require flexibility to work evenings, Saturdays, and extended hours as business needs arise.

Requirements

Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in transportation services or comparable industry, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
High school diploma or equivalent; higher education or certifications in transportation, logistics, or related field preferred.
At least 25 years old
Hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Passenger Endorsement (for at least the last 2 consecutive years) with a clean driving record.
An effective communicator and holds excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to handle stressful situations diplomatically.
Proficient in using a tablet and standard office software (e.g., Google Suite).
Possess good knowledge of the city and community of Mobile, AL
Are able to operate a wheelchair accessible vehicle within standard safety guidelines to ensure public safety
Able to deal effectively and courteously with all customers and the public
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Successful completion of a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle records check is mandatory for employment.

Nice To Haves

higher education or certifications in transportation, logistics, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular performance evaluations of drivers, providing feedback and coaching to improve safety outcomes, service quality, and efficiency.
Develop and implement training programs for new hires, including ELDT behind-the-wheel and theory training, as well as ongoing training for existing drivers.
Handle customer service issues, resolving complaints and making decisions to promote passenger satisfaction.
Prioritize operational issues as the real-time point of contact and implement creative solutions to solve problems as they arise
Go to the scene of accidents and incidents to manage processes and protocols
Collaborate with management to develop and implement detours during emergency situations, road work, and holiday events.
Diligently work collaboratively with a broad interdisciplinary team to scale operational processes, systems, and tools to drive rapid growth
Safely and courteously, operate lift-equipped vehicles to transport elderly and/or persons with disabilities
Learn the fundamentals of Via operations and related safety procedures
Perform the routine operation of vehicles, including pre- and post-shift inspections