Offer summary

Qualifications:

Commercial Driver License Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements, 5 years experience as a school bus operator, Minimum of 3 years as a safety trainer preferred, Excellent problem-solving techniques and effective communication skills..

Key responsibilities:

Maintain a strong safety culture in collaboration with the operations team

Recruit and coordinate local trainers/instructors and oversee their development

Conduct monthly safety meetings and manage drug and alcohol testing as required

Perform annual employee reviews and respond to emergencies after hours.

Job description

DATTCO is currently hiring a full-time District Safety Manager for our School Bus Division. This position has safety and training responsibility for multiple locations in Rhode Island and Northeast Connecticut and the person can reside anywhere within that footprint.

DATTCO is the largest private passenger transportation company in New England with 1,700 vehicles operating from over 30 locations. DATTCO is a third-generation family-owned and managed company, and we began providing school bus transportation in 1949. We currently service 30 school districts and Regional Education Service Centers throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island, transporting over 140,000 students annually.

What We Offer

Family-oriented culture and team environment
Promotion opportunities - we promote from within
Medical and dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
401k plan with company match
Paid time off
Company vehicle

Primary Responsibilities

Work with operations team to maintain a strong safety culture
Recruitment and coordination of local trainers/instructors
Responsible for trainer/instructor development
Program development
Accident investigation
Scheduling remedial training as needed
Scheduling/conducting annual evaluations
Driver counseling
Conduct monthly safety meetings
Drug and alcohol testing as required
Record keeping and reporting as required
Perform annual employee reviews of staff members
Participate in pre-service, in-service and post training programs
Evaluate and coach drivers in the use of AERs or similar audio/video equipment
Respond to emergencies after hours as needed
Effectively answer routine phone calls, mail and fax inquiries
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with DATTCOs policies and procedures and all applicable laws
Maintain CDL with proper endorsements

Position Requirements

Commercial Driver License Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements
5 years experience as a school bus operator
Minimum of 3 years as a safety trainer preferred
Working knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations
Excellent problem-solving techniques in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management and school department personnel
Comfortable / confident with public speaking
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Windows
Knowledge of adult training techniques
Self-motivated
Ability to work within time constraints
Must be able to work in a team environment

*Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.*

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