Operations Supervisor

Come join one of the largest transportation organizations in all of North America! First Student is currently hiring for an Operations Supervisor for our location supporting Cincinnati Public Schools. In this role you will focus on supervising day to day operations of our buses, as well as scheduling the maintenance and fueling of the buses! This is great opportunity to enhance your skill set and grow and contribute with a dynamic company. The Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and on-time transportation of students while managing the daily operations of drivers and routes. A typical day begins by verifying driver attendance, covering open routes, and addressing last-minute staffing or vehicle issues before buses leave the yard. Throughout the day, the dispatcher monitors route performance, communicates with drivers via radio and phone, responds to breakdowns, accidents, weather conditions, and student management concerns, and coordinates with schools, parents, mechanics, and management to resolve operational challenges. They maintain compliance with company policies and transportation regulations, document incidents, track attendance and performance, assist with driver support and coaching, and ensure all routes are completed safely and effectively. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, multitasking, and leadership skills to keep transportation operations running smoothly while providing excellent service to students, families, and school district partners. Schedule: Monday through Friday, AM or PM routes (8 hours between 4:30am-7:00pm) Salary: $50,000-53,000/yr, depending upon experience. Job Responsibilities: Demonstrates and promotes a safe work environment at all times Insures drivers have the daily paperwork necessary to complete their routes. Insures completed charter paperwork is received by the Location Manager for processing. Coordinates field trips by the assignment of personnel and vehicles. Under location managers direction, assists drivers with establishing route descriptions. Insures that drivers follow through with scheduled fueling and mechanical work Observes safety practices of personnel and takes corrective action when necessary. Assists Location Manager during training session and kick off meetings. Attends disciplinary meetings with location manager May interact with school officials on routine matters at smaller bus locations. May drive bus on occasion if necessary. Assists dispatcher when necessary. May manage small locations under the overall direction of the Location Manager Insures that routes meet state, local, and vendor requirements. Reviews time sheets prior to submission to payroll. Minimum Requirements: 3-5 years experience in transportation industry. Good supervisory skills. Excellent communication and organization skills. Good Interpersonal skills Computer skills Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason. Apply/submit a resume today, for an exciting and challenging position within the First Family! We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore 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. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. 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 MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential. FOCUS ON SAFETY Safety is at the heart of everything we do CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities FOSTER TEAMWORK Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence