Operations Supervisor

First Student•Oakdale, MN

18d•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. Come join one of the largest transportation organizations in all of North America! First Student is currently hiring for an Operations Supervisor. In this role you will focus on supervising day to day operations of our buses. As well as schedule the maintenance and fueling of the buses! This is great opportunity to enhance your skill set and grow and contribute with a dynamic company.

Requirements

3-5 years experience in transportation industry.
Willing to obtain CDL (we train!)
Good supervisory skills.
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Good Interpersonal skills
Computer skills
Subject to DOT drug testing and physical.
DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates and promotes a safe work environment at all times
Insures drivers have the daily paperwork necessary to complete their routes.
Insures completed charter paperwork is received by the Location Manager for processing.
Coordinates field trips by the assignment of personnel and vehicles.
Under location managers direction, assists drivers with establishing route descriptions.
Ensures that drivers follow through with scheduled fueling and mechanical work
Observes safety practices of personnel and takes corrective action when necessary.
Assists Location Manager during training session and kick off meetings.
Attends disciplinary meetings with location manager
May interact with school officials on routine matters at smaller bus locations.
May drive bus on occasion if necessary.
Assists dispatcher when necessary.
May manage small locations under the overall direction of the Location Manager
Ensures that routes meet state, local, and vendor requirements.
Reviews time sheets prior to submission to payroll.