Dispatch & Driver Supervisor

    Highlights

    Develop and host driver training and safety courses as needed; train new drivers and retrain drivers involved in accidents or with recurring violations. Conduct on-the-scene accident investigations; assist drivers in preparing accident reports, and safety violations documents.

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    LocationTorrington, CT

    Description

    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    • Communicate job requirements and responsibilities to drivers.
    • Day to day scheduling, supervision and guidance and submitting evaluation reports to management. 
    • Managing Monthly Drivers' schedule.
    • Managing driver concerns, reports, logging and reporting to Executive Director
    • Oversee dispatch daily routine and duties,
    • Oversee and handle all disability applications
    • Oversee and Logging Form 5 recipients
    • Conduct on-the-scene accident investigations; assist drivers in preparing accident reports, and safety violations documents.
    • Develop and host driver training and safety courses as needed; train new drivers and retrain drivers involved in accidents or with recurring violations.
    • Observe drivers on the road - correct safety problems on the scene while documenting violations.
    • Liaison between both the drivers, customers and the district with customer service concerns.
    • Evaluate and monitor driver safety and performance in compliance with district policies and state law.
    • Assist The Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director with all DOT/FTA compliances – drug testing.
    • Drive routes periodically. Overtime is permitted only when drivers cannot fulfill assignments. Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, and overtime as business needs require. Must be willing and able to cover shifts on short notice when operational needs arise.
    • Driveway checks for ADA and Dial a ride services
    • Other duties as required.

    Qualifications:

    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
    • Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
    • Must have S, V, A or F personal passenger endorsement.
    • Supervisory experience required.

    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.

    Benefits include:

    • Medical, dental & vision insurance
    • 401A plan with company contribution
    • • Paid time off

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