MV Transportation

Safety and Training Manager

Roseville, CA • Posted 1 months ago
Onsite Contract Transportation
Overview:

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Responsibilities:

MV Transportation is seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety and Training Manager to lead our safety initiatives and training programs. This hands-on managerial role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with Local, State, and Federal regulations, as well as corporate and client policies. This position will answer directly to the division general manager. The successful candidate will spearhead OSHA, CHP, and CDL compliance at the division level, fostering a culture of safety and accountability across the dvision.

 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Training Leadership:

    • Set the standard for ensuring all operators are up-to-date with training requirements, aligning with both company mandates and contract specifications.
  • Safety Program Management:

    • Maintain and update all safety manuals, programs, policies, and practices to meet the evolving needs of our operating divisions.
  • Regulatory Expertise:

    • Serve as the primary expert on EPA, OSHA, and CDL compliance, ensuring all practices adhere to current regulations.
  • Hiring Compliance:

    • Oversee the driver hiring process to ensure all new employees meet the minimum qualifications, including comprehensive background and DMV checks.
  • Technology Utilization:

    • Ensure the effective use of safety technology (OET) tools, analyzing results, identifying trends, and formulating strategies to mitigate and prevent future safety incidents.
  • Incentive Program Oversight:

      • Manage corporate safety incentive programs consistently, including the assignment and tracking of Safety Points.
  • Safety Culture Promotion:

    • Foster a cohesive safety culture across all division locations that integrates operations, safety, and maintenance departments, emphasizing teamwork and individual accountability.
  • Claims Management:

    • Collaborate with corporate claims staff to ensure timely and effective handling of liability and workers' compensation claims, aiming to minimize financial exposure and recover on subrogatable claims.
  • Injury Claim Oversight:

    • Proactively manage employee injury claims to reduce lost time and facilitate light duty placements, ensuring injured employees return to full or light duty as swiftly as possible.
  • Audit Leadership:

    • Oversee the successful completion of all safety audits conducted by corporate, client, and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance and readiness at all times.
  • Instructional Leadership:

    • Lead the division in safety training, including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, in accordance with corporate and client specifications.
Qualifications:

Talent Requirements:  

  • Transit Safety Experience:

    • Proven experience in transit and para transit safety management, with a focus on urban public transportation settings.
  • Industry Background:

    • Demonstrated experience working in the transit industry, particularly in urban environments, and familiarity with the unique challenges associated with public transportation.
  • Passenger Transportation Experience:

    • Previous experience in passenger transportation within current or similar projects is highly preferred.
  • Educational Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Transportation Management, or a related field, or a minimum of five (5) years of relevant safety management experience.
  • Professional Certifications:

    • Preferred certifications include Certified Director of Safety (CDS) and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
    • Additional certifications must meet local contract requirements.
  • Regulatory Knowledge:

    • In-depth knowledge of all applicable safety regulations and rules, including those set by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Corporate Safety Programs:

    • Familiarity with corporate safety programs and policies, ensuring alignment with both regulatory and organizational standards.
  • Language Proficiency:

    • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; bilingual skills are a plus.
  • Effective Communication Skills:

    • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all departments and levels of the organization.
  • Independent Work Ethic:

    • Ability to work independently, objectively, and with minimal supervision while maintaining a proactive approach to challenges.
  • Organizational Skills:

    • Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently.
  • Leadership and Delegation:

    • Proven ability to effectively delegate tasks while providing appropriate supervision and follow-up to team members.
  • Technical Proficiency:

    • Proficient in Windows-based operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Analytical Skills:

    • Strong analytical skills to assess safety data, identify trends, and develop actionable solutions.
  • Microsoft Applications Expertise:

    • Extensive experience with Microsoft applications, leveraging technology to enhance safety management processes.

 

Starting salary range:  $68,000 - $75,670
 

MV Transportation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.  The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.   

 

Where permissible under applicable state and local law, applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

 

#appcast  

Additional Information

City
Roseville
State
CA
Zip
95747
Country
United States
Job Type
Full Time
Posted At
2026-05-06
Job Reference
18604_11464
Mobile Friendly Apply
No
Category
Transportation
Html Jobs
Yes
Url
https://click.appcast.io/t/eLt3mOYgGfMloOW3G4whcYCPK3ODoc07G3GDMS-UQhXGk-CqBfvAo-3ahQw0HaRf
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Overview: <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">If you reside in California, please see our <a href="https://careers.mvtransit.com/us/en/california-privacy-policy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">California Applicant Privacy Policy</a> for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights.</span></p> Responsibilities: <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">MV Transportation is seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety and Training Manager to lead our safety initiatives and training programs. This hands-on managerial role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with Local, State, and Federal regulations, as well as corporate and client policies. This position will answer directly to the division general manager. The successful candidate will spearhead OSHA, CHP, and CDL compliance at the division level, fostering a culture of safety and accountability across the dvision.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Job Responsibilities:</span></span></strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p><ul><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Training Leadership:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Set the standard for ensuring all operators are up-to-date with training requirements, aligning with both company mandates and contract specifications.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Safety Program Management:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain and update all safety manuals, programs, policies, and practices to meet the evolving needs of our operating divisions.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Regulatory Expertise:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Serve as the primary expert on EPA, OSHA, and CDL compliance, ensuring all practices adhere to current regulations.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Hiring Compliance:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Oversee the driver hiring process to ensure all new employees meet the minimum qualifications, including comprehensive background and DMV checks.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Technology Utilization:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure the effective use of safety technology (OET) tools, analyzing results, identifying trends, and formulating strategies to mitigate and prevent future safety incidents.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Incentive Program Oversight:</strong></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type: none;"><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Manage corporate safety incentive programs consistently, including the assignment and tracking of Safety Points.</span></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Safety Culture Promotion:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Foster a cohesive safety culture across all division locations that integrates operations, safety, and maintenance departments, emphasizing teamwork and individual accountability.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Claims Management:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Collaborate with corporate claims staff to ensure timely and effective handling of liability and workers' compensation claims, aiming to minimize financial exposure and recover on subrogatable claims.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Injury Claim Oversight:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proactively manage employee injury claims to reduce lost time and facilitate light duty placements, ensuring injured employees return to full or light duty as swiftly as possible.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Audit Leadership:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Oversee the successful completion of all safety audits conducted by corporate, client, and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance and readiness at all times.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Instructional Leadership:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Lead the division in safety training, including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, in accordance with corporate and client specifications.</span></li></ul></li></ul> Qualifications: <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Talent Requirements: </span></span></strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p><ul><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Transit Safety Experience:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proven experience in transit and para transit safety management, with a focus on urban public transportation settings.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Industry Background:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Demonstrated experience working in the transit industry, particularly in urban environments, and familiarity with the unique challenges associated with public transportation.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Passenger Transportation Experience:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Previous experience in passenger transportation within current or similar projects is highly preferred.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Educational Qualifications:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Transportation Management, or a related field, or a minimum of five (5) years of relevant safety management experience.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Professional Certifications:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Preferred certifications include Certified Director of Safety (CDS) and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Additional certifications must meet local contract requirements.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Regulatory Knowledge:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">In-depth knowledge of all applicable safety regulations and rules, including those set by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Department of Transportation (DOT).</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Corporate Safety Programs:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiarity with corporate safety programs and policies, ensuring alignment with both regulatory and organizational standards.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Language Proficiency:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; bilingual skills are a plus.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Effective Communication Skills:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all departments and levels of the organization.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Independent Work Ethic:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to work independently, objectively, and with minimal supervision while maintaining a proactive approach to challenges.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Organizational Skills:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Leadership and Delegation:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proven ability to effectively delegate tasks while providing appropriate supervision and follow-up to team members.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Technical Proficiency:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficient in Windows-based operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Analytical Skills:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong analytical skills to assess safety data, identify trends, and develop actionable solutions.</span></li></ul></li><li><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Microsoft Applications Expertise:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Extensive experience with Microsoft applications, leveraging technology to enhance safety management processes.</span></li></ul></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: black;"><em>Starting salary range:  $68,000 - $75,670</em><br /> </span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em><span style="color: black;">MV Transportation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.  The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. </span></em><span style="color: black;">  </span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em><span style="color: black;">Where permissible under applicable state and local law, applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.</span></em></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in;"> </p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: black;">#appcast  </span></span></p>
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