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.
We're looking for a hands-on leader who can balance operational needs with a strong commitment to safety, performance, and customer service.
Annual salary of $60,000
Excellent opportunities for career growth across North America
Supportive and team-oriented work environment
Comprehensive training and professional development
Ensure all home-to-school routes are completed safely, efficiently, and on time
Communicate with drivers regarding performance and operational concerns
Investigate and resolve client complaints in a timely manner
Monitor on-time performance and implement improvements as needed
Conduct safety checks and address potential issues proactively
Assist with the review and resolution of union grievances
Oversee dispatch operations to ensure proper driver and vehicle assignments
Review and correct athletic trip invoices in accordance with company policies
High school diploma or equivalent
3-5 years of experience in transportation
2-3 years of supervisory experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and mechanical processes
Strong organizational and time management skills
Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends
Reliable personal vehicle for travel within the service area
First Student is North America's leading provider of student transportation, with more than 120,000 employees and over 2.5 billion passenger journeys each year. We are dedicated to safety, service, and creating opportunities for growth within our organization.
If you're ready to make a difference in your community and grow your career, we invite you to apply today.
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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.