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    Transportation Manager
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    • 2000 Eagle Rd, Normal, Illinois, US, 61761
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    • Operations Management & Supervisory
    • 38601
    First Student *

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    Job Description

    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 industrys 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 Transportation Managers are a constant reflection of our companys commitment to safety and customer service. The Transportation Manager is responsible for providing operational oversight, day-to-day management, and directly supervising staff and financial performance.

    • Leading from the front Our most successful Transportation Managers are able to achieve positive results by influencing and motivating the locations employees.
    • Ability to organize, interpret, and make decisions based off of the locations financial data.
    • Maintain a client focused mindset.

    Qualifications

    • Three years of demonstrated people management, ideally in the transportation industry.
    • Demonstrated experience in being held to a variety of performance metrics.
    • Experience managing operational expenses: Budget Forecasting, Pay, P&L, etc.
    • Business background in financial, strategic, and operational analysis.

    First 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 were stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. Were 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, youll have a positive impact on others.


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    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.


    About First Transit
    First Transit Inc. is a leading provider of public transportation contracting and management services.

    For over 60 years, we have supplied precision, efficiency, innovation, and all-around expertise to both public and private transportation systems.

    Today, we operate in 335 locations, carrying more than 350 million passengers annually throughout the United States in 39 states, Puerto Rico and Canada.


    About First Vehicle Services
    First Vehicle Services is a leading provider of diverse fleet management and maintenance services in North America.

    Since 1981, First Vehicle Services has been providing efficient and cost-effective vehicle management and maintenance services at governments, school districts, petrochemical companies, transit agencies, airports, universities, and private organizations throughout the United States.


    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.
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