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Transportation Officer

TransCor America
Lumpkin, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2024 CLOSED ON 11/10/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Officer position at TransCor America?

Starting Hourly Rate: $22.55

Senior Transportation Officer (after 3-6 months on average based on performance): $24.80

Bonuses:

  • Sign on bonus - $3500
  • Safety & Performance Bonus: up to $500 per quarter (every 3 months). $1000 quarterly after promotion to STO! If you get all 4 quarters of the Safety and Performance bonus, you will receive an additional $250.00. **NOTE** in order to receive the performance and safety bonus YOU must hold a full CDL and be OIC certified. In order to be OIC certified, you must complete nine trips and complete four OJT packets. 
  • $5000 - Referral bonus per person (no cap!! and does not have to be at your same location) 
  • After 3-6 months of being in the TO role, you can take OIC test and get promoted to Senior Transportation Officer (STO) which comes with an hourly rate increase as well as eligible for a quarterly bonus of up to $1000 (every 3 months). 
  • GUARENTEED 40 hour pay check minimum per week

BENEFITS:

We offer: Medical, PTO, 401k, Bonus incentives, bi-weekly pay and more!

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be 21 or older
  • Prefer a valid Class A or B driver's license with airbrake and passenger endorsements OR CDL Class A or B and willing to get airbrake and passenger endorsements
  • Willing to get a CDL permit before attending new hire training 

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to travel to Nashville, TN for a 3 week paid training program(costs are all paid for as well) - dates are already determined and will be announced at the time of the interview process.
  • Annual recertification and in-service training

 

Are you seeking a rewarding career where you make the difference and we take care of you with our benefits packages, growth opportunities, bonus incentives, plus much more?

 

Then we invite you to keep reading to find out more about your new career as an Inmate/Detainee Transportation Professional.

 

SUMMARY:

The Transportation Officer is responsible for ensuring that all trip activity is conducted in accordance with TransCor America (TCA) policies, procedures, state and federal laws, applicable CCA policies and procedures, and Customer contract requirements. This position is also responsible for the safe and secure management of the inmate, detainee and/or resident population and trip movement. Follows sound correctional and transportation industry practices.

 

QUICK GROWTH!

After 6 months of being in the TO role, you can take OIC test and get promoted to Senior Transportation Officer (STO) which comes with an hourly rate increase as well as eligible for a quarterly bonus of up to $1000 (every 3 months).

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

  • Responsible for the safe and orderly operation of the assigned trip in a manner that promotes public safety, staff safety and the secure and humane environment for inmates, detainees and/or residents.
  • Communicates and supports the vision of TransCor America, LLC and ensures alignment with TCA goals.
  • If qualified, may be assigned as the Assistant Officer in Charge (AOIC) on trip activity unless otherwise directed by their supervisor.
  • Monitor and supervise inmate, detainee, and/or resident activity per TCA policy. This includes listening to complaints and effectively resolving disputes or problems, taking corrective action, protecting inmate, detainee and residents rights, and completing all required documentation in accordance with TCA policy.
  • Follow sound safety practices and ensure that any injuries or accidents are reported in a timely and accurate manner per TCA policy. Take appropriate action in cases of serious or unusual incidents and emergencies circumstances.
  • Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and briefings as required. Maintain and promote effective communications and the proper flow of relevant information to management and fellow team members.
  • Maintain communication with Trip Management throughout the routed trip. Consult with Trip Management and/or Field Office Supervisor personnel in assessing situations and making decisions. Will not deviate from planned trip route unless cleared and/or directed by proper TCA authorities.
  • Complete preventive maintenance of equipment and ensure readiness of restraints, weapons, OIC kits, vehicles, etc.
  • Ensure effective management and control of resources to include inmate/detainee and/or resident medications and property.
  • Maintain appropriate relationships and communications when dealing with fellow staff members, all customer agencies and inmates, detainees and/or residents.
  • Application of restraints and the Use of Force will be strictly followed according to TCA policies and customer contract requirements.
  • Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
  • Must achieve and maintain Officer in Charge (OIC) certification to be eligible for assignment as an AOIC.

 

Salary : $23

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