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Hiring Immediately - Road Safety Supervisor

Transdev is seeking a Road Safety Supervisor for its Boston Public Schools transportation contract.  The Road Safety Supervisor performs a variety of functions to ensure that safe transportation service is efficiently delivered.  Position performs both field and office assignments at the discretion of the General Manager, Director of Safety and Training, and Safety Desk Manager.

Come join the largest private-sector operator of public transportation in North America, one that cares about its employees, passengers and their communities.

How we are keeping our employees and customers safe:

• Enhanced vehicle cleaning/disinfecting measures with concentrated focus on high frequency touch areas
• Strict adherence to CDC Guidelines
• Enhanced facility cleaning/disinfecting measures with concentrated focus on high frequency touch areas
• Social Distancing Enforced
• PPE Distribution (Hand Sanitizer, masks, gloves)

Why Work With Us?

• Holiday pay!
• Full time employment with work year-round - not just during the school year!
• $23.44 hourly pay rate! 
• Employee assistance program
• Ability to advance your career!
• Short/Long term disability and life insurance!
• Paid time off!
• 401(K) with a Company match!
• Medical, Dental and Vision!

Duties:

• Reviews route issues and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Assists with ensuring the safety of the yards and other Transdev property.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, unusual occurrences, and complaints. Compiles comprehensive, accurate and timely (end of shift) Safety deployment reports, incident/accident reports, and complaint investigation and observation records.
• Participates in Safety Meetings and other events.
• Utilizes other computer-based systems to monitor and improve on-street service.
• Supervises and instructs School Bus Drivers with regards to safety, service, and route issues. Assists with on-time performance, as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information.
• Conducts on-board evaluations and observes School Bus Drivers on the road, addresses safety problems, and documents safety violations.
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area and vehicle.
• Monitors service for compliance with motor vehicle laws, Company policies, and contractual safety and operational obligations of the client.
• Visits schools to evaluate and address service performance and safety
• Adheres to a dress code that demonstrates professionalism and respect.
• Helps mediate issues between School Bus Drivers and students and/or parents.
• Ensures safety and assists the client, School Bus Drivers, and Bus Monitors in overcoming operational challenges.
• May be called upon to testify on behalf of the Company at Union grievances, Accident Review Committee meetings, Safety appeals meetings, or other litigations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Requests replacement buses/School Bus Drivers, as needed, for  vehicles involved in accidents or incidents and for special services.
• Evaluates School Bus Drivers for fitness for duty, as necessary.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:

• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.).
• Have and maintain a satisfactory driving record consistent with Company and client policies.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Preferred:

• A valid School Bus certificate.
• A valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Ability to obtain and a medical examiners certificate.  

Experience Required:

• Two (2) years of passenger transit related experience.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Proven customer service, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups.
• Ability to compose simple correspondence as well as reports
• Must be detail oriented, well organized, and possess effective time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small groups.
• Must work and interact effectively with diverse groups.
• Must be able to interact professionally with internal and external customers at all levels and demonstrate poise, tact, diplomacy, and utilize good judgment and discretion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work early mornings, afternoons or evening shifts to meet operational needs, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Must be able to read a map and possess knowledge of the service area.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

Pre-Employment Physical:

• Must receive satisfactory results on a pre-employment drug test and background screenings, including fingerprinting.
• May be required to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical examination.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.  The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is moderate.

The job requirements and duties outlined in this document may be subject to change to meet the needs of each property location.                        

About Transdev:

Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities.

www.transdevna.com

 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.  Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

EEO is the Law Poster: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

Drug free workplace.

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.