Sr Location Safety Manager

Sr Location Safety Manager School Bus Operations

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Salary: $75,000 annually | Location: N Charleston, SC

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Safety Manager to lead the safety program for a large school bus station and/or multiple mid-size locations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state/provincial, and local safety regulations while fostering a culture of safety excellence. The Senior Safety Manager will provide leadership, training oversight, and incident management to ensure the highest standards of safety for our drivers, students, and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee driver hiring and compliance, including interviews, background checks, DOT physicals, and drug/alcohol testing.
• Manage and support training programs, recertifications, and performance evaluations.
• Lead investigations of safety events, determine preventability, and provide coaching for improvement.
• Monitor driver performance using technology, road evaluations, and telematics.
• Analyze safety data and trends to create action plans that improve safety outcomes.
• Partner with leadership to implement company safety initiatives and manage program budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of safety management experience, preferably in transportation or fleet operations.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, FTA, OSHA, and related safety regulations.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety/telematics systems.
• Valid driver's license required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of $75,000 annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Extensive training and advancement opportunities within our nationwide network
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community by ensuring student and driver safety

Apply today and build your career in safety leadership with First Student.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

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. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law.