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Sr Location Safety Manager

First Student, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408

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Overview Senior Location Safety Manager - School Bus Operations

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.

Salary & Location Salary:

$75,000 annually

Location:

North Charleston, SC

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

Equal Opportunity 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 applicable fair chance laws.

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.

This description reflects the current requirements and is not intended to be a contract. First Student is an equal opportunity employer.

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