Operations Manager

Lansing, MI, US

In-personFull time roleMid Level, Senior Level

11 months ago

About the Job

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 everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ  

We are Now Hiring an Operations Manager!  

Responsibilities: 

Supervises daily activities of all operators and coordinates the activities of supervisors and dispatch personnel. 
Oversees scheduling of operators; monitors operations and coordinates delivery of service with superiors. 
Works closely with the maintenance department to ensure that all operation service requirements are met. 
Track, compile and analyze performance; handle interdepartmental issues; resolve employee issues and grievances; improve processes and route scheduling. 
Makes hiring decisions for authorized roles; evaluates the work performance of staff; ensures the timely and efficient completion of all assigned tasks.  
Assists in accident/incident investigation, including any needed on-site assistance and support to safety and training personnel.  
Coordinates with the safety and training department to ensure all safety goals and directives are met.  
Develops Operations department budget.  
May operate a vehicle in revenue service, if necessary.  
Maintains confidentiality of all information.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications: 

High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, required  
Bachelor Degree or four years of relevant college coursework preferred 
Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger endorsement and Air brake endorsement required or the ability to obtain one

Qualifications: 

3 or more years of relevant transit supervisory experience required  
Thorough knowledge of basic laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation  
Thorough knowledge of the methods of operation of the transit system’s staff and operational departments  
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and relevant database programs  
Good written and oral communication skills  
Ability to organize and perform work efficiently; strong attention to details 
Ability to work effectively with labor; may include labor grievances and negotiations  
Travel requirement (as a percent): <5% travel for occasional meetings

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; able to pass a drug screen. 

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About the Company

Transdev

Issy-les-Moulineaux, France

5000 +

Transdev is a leading public transport company, delivering high quality transportation services around the world. We offer integrated & multimodal mobility solutions that contribute to the development of territories & the well-being of their inhabitants. Our teams use our wealth of local knowledge and international experience to bring public transport services to the heart of communities. Because moving is essential to meet, work... or simply to live, our purpose is to empower freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good. We are actively involved in the energy transition and bridging the social divide. We connect and reconnect people & communities, the rural to the urban, providing solutions tailored to the needs of our customers and passengers. We share and act for the collective, to contribute to the well-being of society and to create opportunities and progress. We care about people and the environment, in order to achieve reliable and sustainable mobility. We dare to take up challenges and step out of our comfort zone to always offer the best solutions and innovations in response to tomorrow's challenges. We are proud to make 11 million people travel daily across 5 continents. We are people serving people. And mobility is what we do.