Location Safety Manager

First Student•Springfield, MA

3d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Location Safety Manager serves as the local subject matter expert for safety, driver compliance, and regulatory requirements at the Springfield, Massachusetts location supporting Springfield Public Schools. The role partners with drivers, dispatchers, trainers, maintenance technicians, office staff, and location leadership to foster a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with company, customer, federal, state, and local standards. The manager supports operational excellence by strengthening safe practices, developing employees, and improving safety performance. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing. English proficiency is required because training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications must be conducted in English.

Requirements

2–3 years of transportation, safety, compliance, or related operational leadership experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
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 and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle for travel within the service area.
Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to coach and develop employees.
English proficiency for job-related training, safety communications, policies, and documents.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer the driver hiring, qualification, and compliance process.
Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to location trainers.
Investigate vehicle accidents, incidents, and workplace injuries and determine 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 DOT, FMCSA, state, local, customer, and company safety regulations.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $65,000–$70,000 annually.
Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and 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 PerkSpot.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support services.
Long-term career stability.