
General Manager
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Job overview
Transdev is hiring a General Manager. The General Manager will proactively manage overall operations, ensuring safe and reliable service, employee oversight, contract asset management, risk management, client satisfaction, and financial performance for the Essex, NJ location.
Key focus areas include Continuously builds relationships with employees, the client, union partners, and the local community, Sets commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team according to location/client contract, and Leads the management team and employee workforce to achieve corporate/property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives.
Important skills include Microsoft Office Suite, Wi‑Fi, Transportation Technology, Relationship Building, Strategic Direction Setting, and Leadership.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
The General Manager will proactively manage overall operations including the delivery of safe and reliable service, employee oversight, management of contract assets, risk management, client and customer satisfaction and financial performance. This position is based in Essex, NJ in supporting the Essex County.
Transdev is proud to offer:
- Competitivecompensationpackageofminimum$80,000–maximum$105,000
Benefits include:
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Vacation:minimumoftwo(2)weeks
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Sickdays:5days
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Holidays:12days;8standardand4floating
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Otherstandardbenefits:401(k)retirementplan,medical,dentalandvision,lifeinsurance,short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Key Responsibilities:
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Continuouslybuildsrelationshipswithemployees,theclient,unionpartners,andthelocalcommunity.
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Accordingtolocation/clientcontract,setscommercialandoperationalstrategic directionforthebusiness unit team.
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Leadsthemanagementteamandemployeeworkforcetoachievecorporate/propertysafetygoals,service performance, and financial objectives.
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Identifies,suggests,anddevelopsbusinessgrowthopportunities.
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Optimizesthereturnonassetsdeployedwithinthebusinesstoincludevehiclescheduling,maintenance, and performance management.
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IdentifiesandanalyzesKPIstomaintainpositiveresults.
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Ensuresservicesareprovidedwithinbudgetandactionplansaredevelopedandimplementedtoimprove operational efficiencies.
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Determinesanddeliversbusinessunitbudget.
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EnsurescompliancewithstateandfederalregulationsandcompliancewithTransdevcorporatesafety standards.
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Overseesallstaffmanagementandassignsdevelopmenttraininginliaisonwiththecorporateteamas appropriate.
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Ensureseffectiveenvironmentalcomplianceandsustainabilitymanagement.
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Providescompleteandaccuratedatacollection,compilation,analysis,andreporting
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Otherdutiesasrequired.
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Travelrequirementoutsideofimmediatearea10%
Qualifications:
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Completionofafour(4)yearcollegedegreeinarelevantfieldisdesirable,althoughacombinationof relevant experience and education will be considered.
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ExperienceinBusinessAdministration,Logistics,Transportationorrelatedfieldorequivalentbusiness experience preferred.
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Atleast5yearsofexperiencemanagingafixedrouteorparatransitbusoperationofsimilarsizeand scope.
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Knowledgeofrelevantfederalandstateemploymentlaws.
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Thoroughknowledgeoftransitsystemregulationsandoperations.
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Abilitytobuildsolidandmaintainstrongworkingrelationshipswithclients.
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Abilitytomanagecostcontrolandfinancialbudget.
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WorkingknowledgeandproficiencywithMicrosoftOfficeSuite.
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Intermediate level understanding of technology,apps,Wi-Fi,andunderstandingoftransportationtechnology.
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Strongwrittenandoralcommunicationskills;excellentpresentationskills;abilityto influencepeopleatall levels of the organization.
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Abilitytoorganizeandperformworkefficiently,strongattentiontodetail.
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AbilitytonavigateLaborRelationsissuesandworkeffectivelywithunionpartners,includinglabor grievances, and negotiations.
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Mustbeabletoworkshiftsorflexibleworkschedulesasneeded.
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SubjecttoaDOTdrugtestingandphysicalifapplicable.DOTRegulation49CFRPart40doesnot authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
Physical Requirements:
The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
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Workoutsideinvaryingtemperature,weather,andhumidityconditions-100%ofthejobisperformed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
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Sitforextendedperiods(upto6–8hoursperday);frequentlywalkforlongdistancesandon possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
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Pushandpullobjectsupto 50pounds,occasionallythroughouttheworkday;liftmaterialweighingupto 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
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Withstandheavytrafficareaswhileperformingthedutiesofthejob;tolerateexposuretoconsiderable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]
Drug-free workplace:
Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:
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BeeligibletoworkintheUnitedStateswithoutrequiringsponsorshipnoworinthefuture(ifbasedinthe U.S.).
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Successfullypassapre-employmentdrugscreen.
About Transdev : Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev
U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
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 other legally protected status.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
Job Category: General Managers
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 8809
Pay Group: VDD
Cost Center: 163
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
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 other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
About Transdev
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.
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