Supervisor Field Position Available In Dorchester, South Carolina

Company:

First Student Location:

North Charleston, SC Career Level:

Mid-Senior Level Industries:

Transportation, Logistics, Trucking Description 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. At First Student, our Field Supervisors are a constant reflection of our company’s commitment to safety and customer service. The Field Supervisor is responsible for monitoring driver performance, investigating accidents, managing discipline, and administering compliance forms, reporting, and related activities. This self-managed role is ideal for a detail-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. At First Student, we are proud to offer: $23.00/hour starting wage Tremendous career advancement opportunities due to a strong presence across North America Positive and rewarding work environment Opportunity to manage and mentor a growing team of 29-32 drivers Exposure to payroll and financial planning responsibilities

Field Supervisor Responsibilities:

Monitors driver pre- and post-trip inspections and addresses equipment issues promptly Performs driver road checks and observes drivers for work readiness Conducts IPP safety contacts and corrects safety violations on the scene Dispatches and drives routes as needed to support operations Assists management with driver interviews and onboarding Monitors on-time performance and implements corrective action when needed Manages driver discipline and supports retention initiatives Works with Kronos and other systems to manage timekeeping and scheduling

Field Supervisor Experience and Skills Required:

High school diploma or equivalent 3-5 years of supervisory or transportation operations experience Strong verbal and written communication skills Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google Docs Experience dealing with collision and injury claims a plus Prior school bus driver experience preferred Experience with payroll, financial planning, and Kronos is a plus Must be self-managed and comfortable working split shifts 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. First Student’s commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and ambition to deliver dependable transportation make for a working environment you’ll love. As a company with 120,000 employees and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you’ll also enjoy job security, a bright future, and excellent training. Apply today to join our team! 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 https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.