Safety Manager- First Group

Company: First Group
Location: Plainfield
Posted on: May 8, 2022

Job Description:

First things First: Who are we? Twice the size of our next largest competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5 million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry s strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services including full-service transportation and management, special-needs transportation, route optimization and scheduling, maintenance, and charter services for 1,100 school district contracts. 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.At First Student, we are proud to offer:

• Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
• Positive and rewarding work environmentLocation Safety Manager Responsibilities:
  • Administers driver hiring and compliance process
  • Provides direction and guidance to location trainers
  • Investigates accidents, incidents, and work-related injuries and determines fault/probability
  • Prepares and submits accident-related compliance forms, maintains files, and enters in system
  • Provides assistance and training to drivers and attendants on passenger management and other safety related issues
  • Performs driver road checks of driver performance
  • Supervise employees with safety and/or driver hiring or training responsibilities
  • Provides various reports and analyzes safety trendsLocation Safety Manager Experience and Skills Required:
    • 2-3 years transportation or safety-related experience
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues
    • Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
    • Consistent attendance and punctuality
    • Possess working vehicle for travel in service areaFirst for a Reason Benefits We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation. Professional Advancement Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 18-month Aspiring Manager Program prepares future leaders at First Student or First Transit. Extensive Training Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency. Diversity & Inclusion Because we re stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We re committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day. Community Service & Impact Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First Student, First Transit and First Vehicle Services in your community, you ll have a positive impact on others. About First America First America is the largest passenger transportation company in North America, we provide passenger transport and maintenance services to municipalities, school districts and the general public in the U.S. and Canada. Our 4.8 billion operation is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH and employs more than 96,000 employees at 1,200 locations in 38 states and 7 Canadian provinces. Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student! 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. Associated topics: climate, clinical, environment, environmental, fault, gauge, hazard, safe, scba, water

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