Operations & Safety Manager

Transdev • $75K — $93K *
Colorado Springs, CO 80918In-Person
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in the passenger transportation industry
  • Strong leadership and employee development skills
  • Knowledge of transit operations and relevant safety regulations
  • Experience in a unionized environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with transit management systems preferred
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily transit operations, ensuring safety and reliability
  • Lead employee performance management and development
  • Monitor operational performance and implement improvements
  • Promote a culture of safety and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with union representatives and HR on employee relations
  • Oversee operational reporting, compliance documentation, and incident investigations
  • Support employee training programs and maintain service quality

Benefits

  • Vacation: minimum of two weeks
  • Sick days: 6 days
  • Holidays: 12 days (8 standard and 4 floating)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and voluntary long-term disability coverage
Full Job Description
Operations & Safety Manager

The Operations/Safety Manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and with company safety requirements. Responsible for continuous leadership, recruitment and training of operator candidates. Promotes strong leadership and influences positive employee morale throughout the location. This position is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Application Deadline: 10/31/2026- or until the position is filled.

Competitive compensation package of minimum $75,000 - maximum $93,000

Benefits include:
  • Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
  • Sick days: 6 days
  • Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
  • Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise and support daily transit operations, including Operators, Dispatchers, Schedulers, and Road Supervisors, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient service.
  • Lead employee performance management, scheduling, coaching, training, onboarding, and ongoing development.
  • Monitor operational performance, address service issues, and implement improvements to meet contractual and company standards.
  • Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations.
  • Partner with union representatives, Human Resources, and leadership to address employee relations, grievances, attendance, and disciplinary matters.
  • Oversee operational reporting, payroll review, compliance documentation, incident investigations, and other administrative functions.
  • Support employee training programs, certifications, ride-alongs, and field observations to maintain service quality and operational excellence.
  • Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum of (3) years' experience in the passenger transportation industry.
  • Strong leadership, employee development, and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of transit operations and applicable federal, state, and local safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment, including employee relations and conflict resolution.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Trapeze or similar transit management systems preferred.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to travel occasionally for meetings and training (less than 5% travel).
  • Experience in location safety management and/or operations management.
  • Providing quality training, including the creation and management of training materials.
  • Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
  • Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
  • Sit for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
  • Push and pull objects up to 150 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
  • Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:
  • Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
  • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Job Category: Management

Job Type: Full Time

Work Type: No Remote

Req ID: 9186

Pay Group: 67B

Cost Center: 169

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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Joining Transdev offers a unique opportunity to enhance a career at the forefront of the transportation industry. With a commitment to innovation and leadership, Transdev is a company where professionals can thrive in an environment that fosters growth and diversity.

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