Vehicle Safety Systems Supervisor

Transdev•Dorchester, MA

7d•$47,000 - $58,234•Onsite

About The Position

Transdev in Boston, MA is seeking a Vehicle Safety Systems Supervisor (DriveCam Supervisor) for its Boston Public Schools (“BPS”) transportation contract. The DriveCam Supervisor assists with managing the overall DriveCam program at the Transdev-Boston Public Schools operation, which is designed to increase safety awareness and decrease accidents, near misses, and risky behavior. Transdev is proud to offer: Compensation package of $47,000.00 (minimum) - $58,234.38 per year (exempt). Benefits include: Vacation: minimum of 2 weeks Sick days: 5 days Holidays: 12 days; 9 standard and 3 floating Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability. Benefits may vary depending on location policy.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving history.
Three (3) years of experience in the transportation field, specifically in a passenger commercial driving environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent presentation skills.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to demonstrate poise, tact, diplomacy, and possess good judgment and discretion.
Ability to effectively interact with and influence employees at all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs.
Ability to achieve competency in DriveCam use and review, and competency in using and presenting data in the form of graphs, charts, etc.
Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while exceeding established goals and objectives.
Must be detail oriented and possess effective time management skills.
Ability to work with employees to resolve issues, to enhance their professional growth, and to ensure safety compliance.
Be eligible to work in the Unites States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation, or a related field preferred.
Supervisory or management experience preferred.
Safety training/teaching experience preferred.
Experience investigating accidents and incidents preferred.
Experience as a bus driver preferred.
Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation.

Responsibilities

Assist the Senior Safety Manager in managing the DriveCam program and oversee all parties who are involved in the day-to-day DriveCam program.
Ensure that designated staff are adequately trained in the viewing, coaching counselling, and where applicable, the training of Drivers with risky behaviors.
Issue coaching and counseling to employees and recommend discipline pursuant to established Company policies to contribute to a culture of safety.
Establish an interactive relationship with yard Managers/Assistant Managers and others in Operations regarding the removal of a Driver from service for purposes of retraining, event review, and/or discipline.
Assign events/Drivers to specific Trainers, Managers and others for coaching/counselling and retraining.
Ensure all coaching, counselling, training, and discipline are performed in a timely manner.
Assist in the investigation of accidents, injuries, incidents, and inquiries.
Report concerns and recommendations to the local senior management team in a timely manner.
Report weekly or as directed on the status of Drivers, events, event categories, trending issues and other topics.
Communicate with DriveCam team and Safety and Training team, and others involved in program activities.
Ensure the timely transmission of information regarding serious safety issues, personal injury, potential liability, and other issues to appropriate persons.
Issue communication through message boards, posters, handouts, promotions, and other media to emphasize the goals of the DriveCam program to our Drivers.
Participate in meetings with local upper management and the client as necessary to loop them into the significance and impact of the DriveCam program, providing input and insight on how best to use the DriveCam program.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.