Operations & Safety Manager

Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Operations/Safety Manager NOTE: The following position is for a proposed new/future business within Transdev. Only candidates meeting the work experience requirements will be considered. Based near Chicago, Transdev is North Americas largest private-sector operator of multiple transit modes, 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 About the Position Become a part of our Transdev team as an Operations and Safety Manager in Bridgeport, CT. This position assists the General Manager in supervising daily operations. In addition, the Operations Manager monitors employee performance, oversees the safety and training department, identifies safety issues, and addresses operational needs. We hire individuals who make safety and customer service their top priorities. We are looking for you if you have the drive, confidence, and determination to succeed! This job opportunity salary range is $70,000-80,000. Operations and Safety Managers major responsibilities: Assists the General Manager in the day-to-day operational oversight of location operations, including Safety, Human Resources, and Finance Administers driver hiring and compliance process (e.g., interviewing and driver selection, collecting applications, criminal background checks) Have direct involvement in hiring, developing, and disciplining drivers and staff. Focus on safety, accidents, and customer complaint resolution. Provides various reports and analyzes, including safety trends. Develops cost-saving recommendations. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Assumes first-line supervision of location employees. Ensures company policies and procedures are followed. Monitors and evaluates Operations activities. Includes: vehicle on-time statistics, missed runs, customer complaint data, accident data, road call data, and other operations-related functions Provide direction and guidance to location trainers. Develop and monitor the contents of classroom training to ensure compliance. Teach classes as required. Schedule and conduct re-certification and retraining. Provides assistance and training to drivers and attendants on passenger management and other safety-related issues. Performs all other duties as assigned and may assist with other areas based on location needs Operations Manager requirements: Three years’ experience in paratransit operations. Three years of transit supervisory experience is preferred. Possesses National Safety Council Defensive Driving Instructor certification or similar certifications in Safety. Knowledge of regulatory requirements to assure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws for operating demand response transportation services (FTA, DOT, ADA, and Drug & Alcohol, DOJ Title VI, and State DOT regulation) Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. The ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage time effectively. The ability to appropriately interact with employees of all levels, including drivers, customers, senior management, client representatives, union officials, and the general public. Work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, if needed. Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions upon request. If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer at any time and be able to pass a drug screen and background check. Job Category: General Managers / Asst General Managers / Ops Managers 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. Drug-free workplace If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check. About Transdev Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

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