Supervises the safety program for one or more small to midsize locations. Ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations and company policy. Responsibilities include all or most of those listed below.$66,300/yrMajor ResponsibilitiesAdministers driver hiring and compliance process (e.g., interviewing and driver selection; collecting applications; criminal background checks; credit reports; drug/alcohol testing; fingerprint checks; DOT physicals; TB Skin tests; motor vehicle records checks; I-9 forms).Provides direction and guidance to location trainers. Provide input into contents of classroom training to ensure compliance. Teaches classes as required. Schedules and conducts re-cert and re-training.Investigates incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries including accident investigation, accident reports, accident files, accident register, and follows up with the claims office and adjusters as necessary. Typically determines fault or preventability based on the facts identified at the scene. Provides post-accident counseling with drivers. Retrains drivers as necessary.Prepares and submits accident-related compliance forms, maintains files, and enters in DMO, or otherwise submits data to appropriate person or organization.Plans, schedules and conducts monthly safety meetings based on region and company safety and safety training goals and objectives. Assists and participates in Safety Action Team meetings. Sets up regular accident review committees to determine preventability of accidents. Responds to appeals from drivers.Provides assistance and training to drivers and attendants on passenger management and other safety related issues.Performs driver road checks of driver performance (e.g., pre-trip checks-lot-to-school and back; post-trip checks).Provide various reports and analyzes, including safety trends Develops cost saving recommendations. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.Other responsibilities as required or requested

Minimum Education or Certifications Required5 Years Operations experience (includes all roles within operations starting with the driver role)

Minimum Experience or Skills RequiredExperience in a Safety role is preferredCommitted to Safety LifestyleKnowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issuesProficient computer literacy essential with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Experience with other software such as timekeeping and payroll systems is preferred.Literacy in technology used to manage the operation to include but not limited to FGA approved Smart technology, Apps, encrypted drives, shared drives and other Smart technology.Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectivelyGood verbal and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills in dealing with employees of all levels including drivers, customers senior management, client representatives, union officials and general public.Fluent in English

Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsIncumbent must be able to move about the office and in the surrounding company facility outside the office (e.g., bus parking lot); utilize standard office equipment; access filing system/cabinets; and communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by telephone.Must be able to drive company or personal vehicle to investigate accidents, review driver safety performance or handle other company matters.
Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

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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.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

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