Transportation Operations Assistant

4 weeks ago


Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States First Student Full time

We are seeking a Transportation Operations Assistant to join our team at First Student. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of our students.

The ideal candidate will have good verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage high degrees of stress. You will be responsible for providing operational oversight, day-to-day management, and assisting drivers in safe operation of routes.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Knowing the route and remaining alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route
  • Communicating behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver
  • Assisting in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus
  • Assisting students in the loading and unloading process
  • Cooperating and communicating with school personnel, students, and parents
  • Attending all safety and training meetings
  • Conducting emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door
  • Opening and closing service doors and moving up and down steps multiple times daily
  • Cleaning the inside of the bus
  • Assisting driver when necessary to safely direct the vehicle backwards

We offer a competitive starting wage of $14.94 per hour, as well as tremendous career advancement opportunities due to our strong presence across North America. You will also enjoy a positive and rewarding work environment, with opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.

At First Student, we are committed to providing a safe and reliable transportation service to our students and their families. We are proud to offer a drug-free workplace and are an equal opportunities employer.



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