What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Safety Manager position at DATTCO?
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 Connecticut, including Middletown, New Haven, Bridgeport, Westport and New Canaan.
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 28 school districts and Regional Education Service Centers throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island, transporting over 110,000 students annually.
What We Offer:
- Family-oriented culture & team environment
- Promotion opportunities – we promote from within
- Medical & dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 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 & 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 AER’s or similar audio/video equipment
- Respond to emergencies after hours as needed
- Effectively answer routine phone calls, mail and email inquiries
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with DATTCO’s 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 & 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
DATTCO is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected classes.
