General Manager

General Manager

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 Vallejo, CA supporting Solano Transit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package of $122,600 – 155,000 (DOE)
• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability

Key Responsibilities

• Build relationships with employees, the client, union partners, and the local community
• Set commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team according to the location/client contract
• Lead the management team and employee workforce to achieve safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives
• Identify, suggest, and develop business growth opportunities
• Optimize the return on assets deployed within the business to include vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance management
• Identify and analyze KPIs to maintain positive results
• Ensure services are provided within budget and develop action plans to improve operational efficiencies
• Determine and deliver the business unit budget
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and Transdev corporate safety standards
• Oversee all staff management and assign development training in liaison with the corporate team as appropriate
• Ensure effective environmental compliance and sustainability management
• Provide complete and accurate data collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of a four‑year college degree in a relevant field is desirable; a combination of relevant experience and education will be considered
• Experience in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation or related field or equivalent business experience preferred
• At least 5 years of experience managing a fixed‑route or paratransit bus operation of similar size and scope
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws
• Thorough knowledge of transit system regulations and operations
• Ability to build solid relationships with clients
• Ability to manage cost control and financial budget
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of technology, apps, Wi‑Fi, and transportation technology
• Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and perform work efficiently
• Ability to navigate Labor Relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances, and negotiations
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable; DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed
• Employee will typically spend long periods sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors

EEO Statement

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.