District Safety Manager

DATTCO is currently hiring a full-time District Safety Manager for our School Bus Division. This position has safety and training responsibility for multiple locations in Rhode Island and Northeast Connecticut and the person can reside anywhere within that footprint.

DATTCO is the largest private passenger transportation company in New England with 1,700 vehicles operating from over 30 locations. DATTCO is a third-generation family-owned and managed company, and we began providing school bus transportation in 1949. We currently service 30 school districts and Regional Education Service Centers throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island, transporting over 140,000 students annually.

What We Offer

• Family-oriented culture and team environment
• Promotion opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical and dental insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Company vehicle
  
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with operations team to maintain a strong safety culture
• Recruitment and coordination of local trainers/instructors
• Responsible for trainer/instructor development
• Program development
• Accident investigation
• Scheduling remedial training as needed
• Scheduling/conducting annual evaluations
• Driver counseling
• Conduct monthly safety meetings
• Drug and alcohol testing as required
• Record keeping and reporting as required
• Perform annual employee reviews of staff members
• Participate in pre-service, in-service and post training programs
• Evaluate and coach drivers in the use of AERs or similar audio/video equipment
• Respond to emergencies after hours as needed
• Effectively answer routine phone calls, mail and fax inquiries
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with DATTCOs policies and procedures and all applicable laws
• Maintain CDL with proper endorsements
  
  

Position Requirements

• Commercial Driver License Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements
• 5 years experience as a school bus operator
• Minimum of 3 years as a safety trainer preferred
• Working knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations
• Excellent problem-solving techniques in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management and school department personnel
• Comfortable / confident with public speaking
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows
• Knowledge of adult training techniques
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work within time constraints
• Must be able to work in a team environment
  
  

*Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.*