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    Transportation Manager - Kansas City, United States - Workatfirst

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    **Transportation Manager**

    **Location** 9501 N Pomona Ave, Kansas City, MO USA 64153

    **Phone Number** .

    **Division** First Student

    **Categories** Operations Management & Supervisory

    **Req ID** 39083

    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.

    **Transportation Manager Responsibilities:**

    Manages operational expenses and explains budget variances

    Manages injury and collision claims

    Ensures safety practices and applicable regulations are obeyed by all employees

    Ensure facilities and buses are maintained to First Student safety and environmental standards

    Sets accurate schedules for routes

    Minimizes route drive times and mileage while adhering to contractual and regulatory mandates

    Provides accurate and timely operational and financial reporting as requested by AGM and/or finance

    Ensures purchases follow company processes and policies

    Drives employee engagement and recognition

    **Transportation Manager Experience and Skills Required:**

    4-year degree or equivalent

    Minimum 3 years management experience

    Strong oral and written communication skills

    Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

    Business background in financial, strategic, and/or organizational 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.

    **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.*



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