MV Transportation, Inc

General Manager

MV Transportation, Inc$80K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College degree or equivalent business management experience.
  • 5+ years of comprehensive operations management experience in transit.
  • 7+ years of management or supervisory experience, particularly within transit environments.
  • Expertise in labor/union negotiations and expenses management.
  • Proficient understanding of dispatch, scheduling, and driver recruitment compliance with DOT and FTA standards.
  • Familiarity with Trapeze scheduling software is essential.
  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with ability to multi-task effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Manage customer relations through direct contact and outreach initiatives.
  • Identify, train, and mentor staff to build a competent team.
  • Communicate effectively with staff and support personnel.
  • Oversee vehicle maintenance to ensure fleet readiness for service.
  • Ensure compliance with safety training programs and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct regular departmental audits to maintain operational standards.
  • Review operational metrics regularly to track performance and address discrepancies.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • Comprehensive training programs provided.
  • Participation in labor and employee relations activities.
  • Engagement in strategic decision-making processes for contract renewals.
  • Flexibility to implement innovative operational improvements.
Full Job Description
Overview

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Responsibilities

MV Transportation is seeking a General Manager for proposed business who will provide support, leadership, and direction to the 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 ensure 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 its financial, safety, and operational expectations.
  • Implement, promote and adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Interact with bridges committee to effectuate positive changes to policies, procedures and programs.
  • Participate in location(s) labor and employee relations activities.
  • Provide insight and information to support location(s) contract renewals.
  • Create and present location(s) annual budget.


Qualifications

Talent Requirements:
  • College degree or equivalent business management experience.
  • Management experience required.
  • Must have a minimum of (5) five years of comprehensive experience in operations management and a combination of (7) seven years of management or supervisory experience in a transit environment with knowledge of Trapeze scheduling software.
  • Must have labor/union(s) negations/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 high degree of multi-tasking skills.
  • Additional duties/responsibilities based upon individual contract requirements.

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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.
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17,000 employees
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Founded
1975

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