College degree or equivalent business management experience.
Management experience required.
Minimum of five years in a managerial role within fixed-cost transit operations.
Expertise in labor/union negotiations and expenses.
Comprehensive understanding of dispatch, scheduling, driver recruitment, and compliance with DOT and FTA regulations.
Proficient in MS Office with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to multitask effectively.
Responsibilities
Manage customer relations through direct contact and outreach programs.
Identify, select, train, and mentor location staff.
Communicate effectively and frequently with staff and support teams.
Oversee vehicle maintenance to ensure fleet availability.
Ensure compliance with safety and training programs and regulatory requirements.
Maintain routine client contact to meet or exceed expectations.
Conduct periodic departmental audits and review operational metrics.
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits package.
Retirement savings plan options.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Employee assistance programs.
Full Job Description
Overview
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Responsibilities
MV Transportation is seeking a Fixed Route General Manager to support proposed business. The General Manager will provide leadership and direction to assigned operating location to ensure delivery of annual business plans. He/she will control the daily operation of our transportation contract, in compliance with the policies of the contracting agency and in conformance with company procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
Effectively manage customer relations through both direct contact and outreach programs.
Identify, select, train and mentor location staff.
Effectively and frequently communicate with location staff and support team members.
Oversee vehicle maintenance plan and ensures fleet availability to meet service requirements.
Oversee safety and training programs, plans and processes to ensure compliance with company, contract and regulatory requirements.
Maintain client contact routinely to meet or exceed expectations.
Conduct periodic departmental audits.
Daily, weekly and monthly review of key operational metrics.
Ensure that all location financial metrics are managed continuously, exceptions are reported and action plans are developed to ensure the location meets it financial, safety and operational expectations.
Implement, promote and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Participate in location(s) labor and employee relations activities.
Provide insight and information to support location(s).
Qualifications
Talent Requirements:
College degree or equivalent business management experience.
Management experience required.
Shall possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience, within the past seven (7) years, serving as a manager responsible for supervising and operating a fixed-cost transit property or operation of comparable size and scope.
Must have labor/union(s) negotiations/expenses expertise.
Must have a full understanding of dispatch, scheduling, driver recruitment, and safety, DOT, and FTA compliance.
MS Office, strong analytical skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a high degree of multitasking skills.
Additional duties/responsibilities based upon individual contract requirements.
Starting salary range: $133,000 - $150,000
About MV Transportation, Inc
MV Transportation, Inc. is a privately held transportation contracting firm based in Dallas, Texas. The company was founded in 1975 by husband and wife team Alex and Feysan Lodde. MV Transportation provides paratransit, fixed-route, shuttle, and school bus services to cities and counties throughout the United States and Canada. The company operates a fleet of over 15,000 vehicles and employs over 20,000 people. MV Transportation is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services to its customers.
