Job Description
<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p><b>First for a reason:</b></p><p>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. </p><p><br /></p>ROAD SUPERVISOR <p><b>Location:</b> Orillia, ON<br /><b>Company:</b> First Student<br /><b>Position Type:</b> Full-Time</p><p>First Student is seeking a <b>Road Supervisor</b> to join our team in Orillia. This role is ideal for a safety-focused leader with strong communication skills and experience supervising drivers in a transit or transportation environment.</p>Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Supervise and support drivers in daily operations, including scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations</li><li>Conduct on-the-scene accident investigations and assist with reporting (accident, OSHA, safety violations)</li><li>Deliver driver training and safety courses; retrain drivers involved in incidents</li><li>Observe drivers on the road and address safety concerns in real time</li><li>Act as a liaison between drivers, clients, and internal teams for customer service issues</li><li>Monitor driver compliance with safety, legal, and labor policies</li><li>Assist with DOT/FTA compliance, drug testing, and recordkeeping</li><li>Support dispatching, interviewing, and other administrative tasks as needed</li><li>Maintain a valid CDL and periodically operate routes</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent</li><li>2-3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in transit or transportation</li><li>Strong knowledge of vehicle operations and maintenance</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure</li><li>Experience in HR and training is an asset</li><li>Must be available to work extended hours, including Saturdays</li><li>Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel within the service area</li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Ability to inspect vehicles and facilities, including bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods</li><li>Comfortable working in various environmental conditions (wet, cold, hot)</li><li>Capable of writing clear and legible reports</li></ul><p><b>Join a company that values safety, leadership, and service excellence. Apply today to become part of the First Student team in Orillia.</b></p></p></p>
