Transdev North America
General Manager
Join Transdev North America as the General Manager. This role oversees overall operations, ensuring safe and reliable service, employee oversight, management of contract assets, risk management, client and customer satisfaction, and financial performance. The position is based in Seaside, CA, relocating to a new facility in Salinas, CA in September 2025.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation package of $120,000 – $150,000
Vacation: minimum two weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days (8 standard, 4 floating)
Other benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability
Benefits may vary by location policy.
Key Responsibilities
Continuously builds relationships with employees, clients, union partners, and the local community.
Sets commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team according to the location/client contract.
Leads the management team and employee workforce to achieve corporate/property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives.
Identifies, suggests, and develops business growth opportunities.
Optimizes the return on assets deployed within the business, including vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance management.
Identifies and analyzes KPIs to maintain positive results.
Ensures services are provided within budget and implements action plans to improve operational efficiencies.
Determines and delivers the business unit budget.
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and Transdev corporate safety standards.
Oversees staff management and assigns development training in liaison with the corporate team.
Ensures effective environmental compliance and sustainability management.
Provides complete and accurate data collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications
Completion of a four‑year college degree in a relevant field is desirable; a combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
Experience in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation, or related field or equivalent business experience is preferred.
At least five years of experience managing a fixed‑route or paratransit bus operation of similar size and scope.
Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws.
Thorough knowledge of transit system regulations and operations.
Ability to build solid and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
Ability to manage cost control and financial budget.
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Understanding of technology, apps, Wi‑Fi, and transportation technology.
Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization.
Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to navigate labor relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances and negotiations.
Subject to a DOT drug test and physical, if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.
About Transdev Transdev operates transportation systems for cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the United States, delivering safe and reliable mobility solutions. The company employs 32,000 team members at 400 locations, with more than 17,000 vehicles.
Equal Employment Opportunity Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected status.
Drug‑Free Workplace Drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without restrictions, pass a drug screen and background check.
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Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation package of $120,000 – $150,000
Vacation: minimum two weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days (8 standard, 4 floating)
Other benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability
Benefits may vary by location policy.
Key Responsibilities
Continuously builds relationships with employees, clients, union partners, and the local community.
Sets commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team according to the location/client contract.
Leads the management team and employee workforce to achieve corporate/property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives.
Identifies, suggests, and develops business growth opportunities.
Optimizes the return on assets deployed within the business, including vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance management.
Identifies and analyzes KPIs to maintain positive results.
Ensures services are provided within budget and implements action plans to improve operational efficiencies.
Determines and delivers the business unit budget.
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and Transdev corporate safety standards.
Oversees staff management and assigns development training in liaison with the corporate team.
Ensures effective environmental compliance and sustainability management.
Provides complete and accurate data collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications
Completion of a four‑year college degree in a relevant field is desirable; a combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
Experience in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation, or related field or equivalent business experience is preferred.
At least five years of experience managing a fixed‑route or paratransit bus operation of similar size and scope.
Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws.
Thorough knowledge of transit system regulations and operations.
Ability to build solid and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
Ability to manage cost control and financial budget.
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Understanding of technology, apps, Wi‑Fi, and transportation technology.
Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization.
Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to navigate labor relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances and negotiations.
Subject to a DOT drug test and physical, if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.
About Transdev Transdev operates transportation systems for cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the United States, delivering safe and reliable mobility solutions. The company employs 32,000 team members at 400 locations, with more than 17,000 vehicles.
Equal Employment Opportunity Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected status.
Drug‑Free Workplace Drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without restrictions, pass a drug screen and background check.
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