Transportation Operations Manager D1

RydeTrans•San Leandro, CA

5d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced operations leader with a passion for transportation and team development? RydeTrans is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily transit operations, ensure service quality, and support a culture of safety and efficiency. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers and communities. We offer a robust benefits package designed to prioritize your well-being, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, as well as company-paid life insurance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3-5 years experience in transportation.
Accounting and detailed reporting experience.
Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Ability to appropriately interact with employees of all levels including drivers, customers, senior management, client representatives, union officials, and general public.
Work extended hours regularly, including weekends and holidays.
Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Possess working vehicle to travel within service area as needed.
Meet customer certification requirements in operations software and able to act as system administrator to assist resolving local user issues.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assumes first-line supervision of location employees. Ensures company policies and procedures are followed.
Assists the General Manager in day-to-day operational oversight of location operations including billing, payroll, routing/scheduling, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Assists in recruitment and hiring of location employees.
Ensures drivers have the daily documentation necessary to complete their routes. Ensures vehicles dispatched are in proper working condition and daily DVI (pre- and post-trip) forms have been submitted.
Coordinates the dispatching, in-service monitoring, and turn-in activities involved in daily transit operations. Acts as backup member of Dispatch or Scheduling team.
Develops manpower requirements for Dispatchers and Operators; assists with evaluating trip patterns for run structure revisions.
Develops procedure manuals for Dispatchers, Road Supervisors, Drivers, and Service Personnel. Holds regular meetings with Dispatch and Scheduling staff to respond to service issues and keep staff informed of customer or company changes and requirements.
Completes necessary daily and/or weekly reports for company and customer (Standby Report, Vehicle Maintenance Report, Manpower Report, Service Quality, and Complaint/Commendation Report).
Tracks and maintains employee attendance system; processes driver and operations staff vacation requests; maintains/orders necessary driver and staff uniforms.
Monitors and evaluates Operations activities, including: vehicle on-time statistics, missed runs, revenue/cost data, total work hours, total pay hours, customer complaint data, accident data, road call data, and other operations-related functions.
Recommends and disciplines operations personnel. Interviews necessary drivers and staff and completes customer complaint investigations.
Informs General Manager of potential risks in the operation.
Performs all other duties as assigned and may assist with other areas based on location needs.
Assists with driver and dispatcher training as needed.