Safety And Training Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Director of Safety, the Safety and Training Supervisor  is responsible for conducting high quality training programs in accordance with the guidelines outlined by RATP Dev.  

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the direct supervision of trainees including documentation and disciplinary proceedings.
• Responsible for creating and updating all training materials
• Performs return-to-work, post-accident and refresher trainings.
• Assists employees in converting CDL permits to CDL’s through road pre-information on the operation of buses. Monitors and ensures compliance with agency policy and procedure.

• Monitors and adjusts to ensure compliance with contractual performance and agency KPI's: On-time performance, route adherence, customer service, accident/incident, passenger counts, platform to pay.
• Assists management staff with recruitment efforts at the direction of the DOO, in accordance with any budgetary constraints.
• Assists with annual update of job descriptions, ensuring compliance with all local, State, and federal guidelines and regulations.
• Assist in maintaining safety compliance through ongoing training regarding both vehicle and facility safety
• Participates monthly in agency site safety council
• Further develops training materials, schedule, and requirements both existing staff and new hires.
• Implements and monitors any necessary training, as well as annual refresher training and new hire training.
• Responsible for onboarding process, facilitates classroom training and on the road training schedule.
• May assist as necessary in the new hire process, included scheduling required medical screenings or background checks.
• Evaluates trainees as determined by the agency criteria, responsible for local, state, or federal required documentation regarding employee training and education.
• Assists with screening and interviewing candidates for the agency.
• Other operations/supervision duties as determined by the needs of the business.
• Conducts on board evaluations of drivers, driving skills, safety issues and interaction with the public. Prepares and provides reports and training to address necessary activities, problems, complaints, and safety concerns.
• Other duties relative to Safety and Training as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, preferably in business, or equivalent experience.
• Equivalent of three years of experience in transit or motor truck operations coupled with responsibility for and/or training in dispatch, supervision and scheduling or two years of recent experience as a public transit operator.
• Must hold at minimum a valid North Carolina Class “B” CDL with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsement.
• NC Third Party Examiner Certification preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of transit operation principles and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Must have excellent documentation and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions and directions is essential
• Motivational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work patiently under pressure imperative
• Ability to work as a team member required

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time and operate office equipment
• Required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

Work Environment

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Moderate noise levels

Supervisory Controls

• Reports to the Director Of Safety