WeDriveU
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WeDriveU
is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.
Job Description The General Manager will report to the Regional VP of Operations and is responsible for managing and developing team members and formulating and executing account strategy. Additionally, this role will require a thoughtful leader and confident decision maker with ability to measure and monitor performance.
Duties And Responsibilities
Supervise the daily activities of all drivers and oversee the development and implementation of standard operating procedures as directed by the Client and WeDriveU company policies.
Be the main point of contact for our client and attend meetings and conference calls as needed.
Ensures the local team is focused on building strong and effective partnerships.
Make logistical coverage/staffing decisions and communicate them effectively to the rest of the team (drivers and client management).
Hire (interviews, road tests, etc.), train and develop CSC staff including Drivers, Operations Manager, Dispatchers, Maintenance, and Safety Manager, etc.
Collaborates with company leaders to understand overall business strategies and creates a CSC operating plan to support these objectives.
Maintain positive relationships with the local team to ensure employee retention.
Implement company values and goals while ensuring compliance with all company policies.
Review budgets and develop short- and long-term business operating plans to increase revenues and margins.
Report and follow up on any maintenance issues with the vendor.
Review documentation to ensure all required onsite records, reports, and inspections (pre/post-trip) are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures.
Identify safety issues; correct and reinforce safety awareness in a manner that promotes cooperation and improved morale.
Conducts work area inspections and assists in all accident/injury/vehicle damage investigations.
Analyze and interpret ridership numbers and suggest route changes accordingly.
Regularly attend client meetings; listen to feedback from client and their employees and react accordingly to review.
Delivers overall performance and results for the CSC.
Additional duties and responsibilities may apply.
Skills Required And Physical Demands
Excellent organization and time management/multi-tasking skills (comfortable in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment, operating at both strategic and tactical levels)
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Ability to work independently and as part of team.
Ability to assess risk and to resolve customer issues that do not pose unnecessary risk.
Knowledge of the companies, service promise, services, capabilities, policies, procedures and practices.
Ability to develop contractual agreements and Requests for Proposal documents.
Ability to submit termination or leave documents timely.
Additional skills and demands may apply.
Education And Qualifications Hard Requirements
5+ years minimum operational management experience in Paratransit or Fixed Route transportation.
Work experience in public or private alternative transportation demand management (TDM).
Ability to travel. Up to 10%.
Preferred Requirements
Work experience in public or private alternative transportation demand management (TDM).
Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent. MBA preferred
Licensed Class B driver (with Passenger and Air brakes endorsements)
Bilingual abilities a plus
We Offer Physical Health
Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
Competitive compensation packages including bonus
401(k) with 4% employer match
Financial Wellness Tool
Emotional Health
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Unlimited PTO
Paid holidays
Pet & Legal Insurance
Personal Development
On-the-job training and skills development
Internal transfer opportunities for career growth
Benefits vary by location
Lake Barrington, IL $80,000.00-$90,000.00 1 month ago
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WeDriveU
is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.
Job Description The General Manager will report to the Regional VP of Operations and is responsible for managing and developing team members and formulating and executing account strategy. Additionally, this role will require a thoughtful leader and confident decision maker with ability to measure and monitor performance.
Duties And Responsibilities
Supervise the daily activities of all drivers and oversee the development and implementation of standard operating procedures as directed by the Client and WeDriveU company policies.
Be the main point of contact for our client and attend meetings and conference calls as needed.
Ensures the local team is focused on building strong and effective partnerships.
Make logistical coverage/staffing decisions and communicate them effectively to the rest of the team (drivers and client management).
Hire (interviews, road tests, etc.), train and develop CSC staff including Drivers, Operations Manager, Dispatchers, Maintenance, and Safety Manager, etc.
Collaborates with company leaders to understand overall business strategies and creates a CSC operating plan to support these objectives.
Maintain positive relationships with the local team to ensure employee retention.
Implement company values and goals while ensuring compliance with all company policies.
Review budgets and develop short- and long-term business operating plans to increase revenues and margins.
Report and follow up on any maintenance issues with the vendor.
Review documentation to ensure all required onsite records, reports, and inspections (pre/post-trip) are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures.
Identify safety issues; correct and reinforce safety awareness in a manner that promotes cooperation and improved morale.
Conducts work area inspections and assists in all accident/injury/vehicle damage investigations.
Analyze and interpret ridership numbers and suggest route changes accordingly.
Regularly attend client meetings; listen to feedback from client and their employees and react accordingly to review.
Delivers overall performance and results for the CSC.
Additional duties and responsibilities may apply.
Skills Required And Physical Demands
Excellent organization and time management/multi-tasking skills (comfortable in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment, operating at both strategic and tactical levels)
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Ability to work independently and as part of team.
Ability to assess risk and to resolve customer issues that do not pose unnecessary risk.
Knowledge of the companies, service promise, services, capabilities, policies, procedures and practices.
Ability to develop contractual agreements and Requests for Proposal documents.
Ability to submit termination or leave documents timely.
Additional skills and demands may apply.
Education And Qualifications Hard Requirements
5+ years minimum operational management experience in Paratransit or Fixed Route transportation.
Work experience in public or private alternative transportation demand management (TDM).
Ability to travel. Up to 10%.
Preferred Requirements
Work experience in public or private alternative transportation demand management (TDM).
Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent. MBA preferred
Licensed Class B driver (with Passenger and Air brakes endorsements)
Bilingual abilities a plus
We Offer Physical Health
Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
Competitive compensation packages including bonus
401(k) with 4% employer match
Financial Wellness Tool
Emotional Health
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Unlimited PTO
Paid holidays
Pet & Legal Insurance
Personal Development
On-the-job training and skills development
Internal transfer opportunities for career growth
Benefits vary by location
Lake Barrington, IL $80,000.00-$90,000.00 1 month ago
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