Assistant Location Manager
Company: First Student
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: June 17, 2022
Job Description:
Assistant Location ManagerFirst things First: Who are we? -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 industry's 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. -The Assistant Location Manager
supports the Location Manager, in operational oversight, day-to-day
management, customer interface, and required reporting and
compliance mandates (both internal and external) for our
Schaumburg, IL location. Supports location interaction on a regular
basis with school officials concerning issues of passenger
management, route scheduling, billing, charter activities, driver
issues, safety and general logistics matters. Directly supervises
exempt and non-exempt staff. The position has full supervisory
responsibility for recruitment, hiring, retention, performance
development, performance management, teammate relations, salary
adjustments, and termination of direct reports. Assist Location
Manager with development, preparation of location budget and
financial controls. -Assistant Location Manager
Responsibilities:
- Works with Location Managers to ensure company assets
(vehicles, facilities, inventories, tools and equipment). Ensures
facilities and buses are maintained to FS safety and applicable
regulatory standards, including environmental standards, i.e.,
idling time.
- Sets accurate scheduled hours for routes. Minimizes route drive
times and mileage while adhering to contractual and regulatory
mandates.
- Manages resource needs, problems, and trends and plans
accordingly. Tracks and addresses labor variances, efficiently uses
stand-by drivers, and minimizes driver labor schedule. Partners
with Corporate Recruiting for strategies on driver shortages as
needed.
- Administers and executes the terms and conditions of the local
and national collective bargaining agreements (as applicable).
- Promotes new company initiatives and assists the Location
Manager in supporting changes and being the local champion at the
location.
- Other responsibilities as required or requestedAssistant
Location Manager Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of operations experience -
- Committed to Safety Lifestyle
- Proficient computer literacy is essential with Microsoft Office
products.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with customers, parents,
and the community.
- Good financial and budgetary skills with the ability to
interpret P&L, budgets, and forecasts are preferred.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 we're stronger
together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First.
We're 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, you'll 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.
Keywords: First Student, Schaumburg , Assistant Location Manager, Executive , Schaumburg, Illinois
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