Location Safety Manager

First Student•Springfield, MA

1d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

At First Student, safety is at the heart of everything we do. As a Location Safety Manager, you’ll play a vital leadership role by helping create and maintain a culture where safety comes first—for our employees, our customers, and the students we transport every day. Supporting Springfield Public Schools, you’ll have the opportunity to influence the overall safety culture by partnering with drivers, dispatchers, trainers, maintenance technicians, and location leadership to promote safe operating practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and continuously improve safety performance. As the Location Safety Manager, you’ll serve as the local subject matter expert for safety, driver compliance, and regulatory requirements. You’ll work closely with every department within the location—including drivers, dispatchers, trainers, maintenance technicians, and office staff—to foster a proactive safety culture while ensuring compliance with company, customer, federal, and state standards. This is an outstanding opportunity to make a measurable impact by helping shape the safety culture supporting Springfield Public Schools while developing employees and partnering with leadership to drive operational excellence.

Requirements

2–3 years of transportation, safety, compliance, or related operational leadership experience.
High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
Working knowledge of federal and state transportation safety regulations.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle for travel within the service area.
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop employees.
This position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing.
DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Responsibilities

Administer the driver hiring, qualification, and compliance process.
Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to location trainers.
Investigate vehicle accidents, incidents, and workplace injuries while determining preventability.
Prepare and submit accident documentation, regulatory reports, and compliance records.
Maintain accurate safety documentation and enter information into company systems.
Conduct driver observations, road checks, and performance evaluations.
Coach drivers and attendants on passenger management and safe operating practices.
Supervise employees responsible for safety, hiring, and driver training.
Analyze safety trends and recommend corrective actions to improve performance.
Partner with location leadership to strengthen the overall safety culture.
Collaborate with drivers, dispatch, maintenance, and administrative staff to improve operational safety.
Ensure compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, state, local, customer, and company safety regulations.

Benefits

Competitive salary: $65,000 – $70,000 annually
Tremendous career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations throughout the U.S. & Canada
Positive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid $10,000 life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and paid vacation
Comprehensive onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development
Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, travel, entertainment, and more through the PerkSpot program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and work-related needs
Long-term career stability with North America’s leading school transportation provider