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Now Hiring: Transportation Safety Manager Location: Memphis, TN East Brooks Rd. Pay Rate: $58,000.00 per year Position Overview At First Student, our Location Safety Managers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Location Safety Manager is responsible for providing operational oversight, providing work guidance, and delivering leadership to full safety supervisory duties. Why Join First Student? Competitive Pay! Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company contribution Paid time off and paid holidays Company-paid life insurance Stable employment with a well-established organization Opportunities for growth and internal advancement Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, electronics, and more through PerkSpot Major Responsibilities Administers driver hiring and compliance process (e.g., interviewing and driver selection; drug/alcohol testing; fingerprint checks; DOT physicals; motor vehicle records checks; government forms) as applicable. Provides direction, guidance and oversight to location trainers, to include monitoring training hours. Manages and monitors execution of location training program to ensure compliance. Schedules and conducts recertification and enhancement training as required. Ensures training program materials are revised based upon company and branding requirements. Leads safety event investigations using the 5-Why's or similar methodology, complete collision reports, oversee collision files and enters into DMO, collision register, and follows up with the claim's office and adjusters as necessary. Assists and participates in Safety Committee meetings as appropriate. Maintains compliance with all federal, provincial, state, company, local regulations and policies (including company SOPs), and maintains required documentation in conjunction with DMO administrators as appropriate. Reviews data and supporting documentation that is required for hire to confirm accuracy, and ensures each employee remains qualified through active monitoring/management of the DMO system for federal, provincial, state and local regulatory compliance. Plans, schedules, conducts and documents monthly safety meetings based on internal and external safety training goals and objectives. Provides assistance and training to employees on safety-related issues. Assist in the oversight of driver performance using available technology, road evaluations, telematics, etc. in conjunction with the Location Manager. Provides various safety reports for review. Analyzes data and trending information to prepare location safety action plans. Administer location safety performance improvement plans in conjunction with location managers. Minimum Experience or Skills Required Three years of safety experience or a combination of a college degree and years of experience, Relevant safety certificates and OSHA (U.S.) 10-hour training preferred. Solid understanding of federal, provincial and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues along with FMCSA and or FTA regulations. Solid proficiency related to 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. Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with employees of all levels including drivers, customers senior management, client representatives, union officials and general public. Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively Ability to develop creative solutions and strategies regarding location Safety needs. Fluent in English Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Incumbent must be able to move about the office, vehicles 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 hold a valid driver's license to drive company or personal vehicle to investigate accidents, review driver safety performance or handle other company matters. Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English. 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. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr First Student, Inc.

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