Now Hiring: Assistant Transportation Manager - Providence, RI

At First Student, our Assistant Transportation Managers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Assistant Transportation Manager is responsible for assisting the Location Manager in supervising daily operations, monitoring performance, identifying safety concerns, and resolving issues while ensuring all routes run safely and efficiently.

This position supports the following school partners:
Providence School Department, R.I.D.E., The Learning Community, PVD Prep, Hope Academy, Nuestro Mundo Charter School, and The Met School, and oversees a large team of drivers, monitors, and operational staff.

Position Details

• Location: Providence, RI

• Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 (based on experience)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Bonus: Eligible for up to 10% STIP annual target

Why Join First Student?

• Tremendous career advancement opportunities across North America

• Positive and team-oriented environment focused on safety and collaboration
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Stability and growth with the largest school transportation provider in North America

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Location Manager with daily operations and staff supervision

• Ensure home-to-school routes are covered efficiently and on time
• Communicate with drivers and dispatch regarding attendance, performance, and daily challenges
• Monitor driver safety and conduct Injury Prevention (IP) contacts
• Investigate and resolve parent, school, or client concerns in a timely manner
• Ensure proper assignment of spare drivers and vehicles to maintain service levels
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and development of employees
• Audit and process athletic trip invoices per company guidelines
• Assist with union-related matters, including grievances (if applicable)
• Build and maintain strong relationships with school district partners and internal teams

Experience & Skills Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred)

• 3-5 years of transportation experience and 2-3 years of supervisory experience
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of vehicle maintenance and shop operations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed
• Must have a reliable vehicle to travel within the service area

Why First Student?

First Student's commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and focus on dependable service create a workplace where you can succeed. With over 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and industry-leading training.

Apply today to join our team!

At First Student, our commitment to safety, dependability, and customer care creates an environment where you can thrive. With more than 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and exceptional training.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

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.

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 the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.