Zum has reimagined student transportation, the nation's largest mass transit system. Our integrated end-to-end cloud-based platform provides a modern service for school districts purpose-built around the needs of kids and the expectations of their families. Zum provides one seamless, real-time interface for parents, drivers, schools, districts, administrators, and operators, to transport children safely and with increased visibility and personalized care. Our multi-sized vehicle approach includes an electric vehicle-first commitment, reduces student commute times by up to 20%, and coupled with our marketplace, delivers added fleet efficiency and optimization. We have been driving the industry forward since 2015, and with more than 8 million miles completed to date, we are leading a new era of safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable transportation.
\n Responsibilities:Be an integral part of putting together an operational plan which meets the needs of our customer requirements in the bid processThe Location Manager will be responsible for the entire start-up (sourcing the facility, hiring a team, implementing market-leading IT solutions, establishing a P&L, ordering a fleet of vehicles, etc.)Establish customer and stakeholder relationships, exceeding all expectationsUtilize the Zum IT infrastructure, ensure a balanced scorecard (KPI's) is exceeded in all areas and shared with the stakeholdersWork with the relevant teams, spearheading a behavioral safety culture for all employees and beyondDevelop and coach Zum employees to be our next tier of leadersFull P&L accountabilityMulti-site accountability within the respective district Essential Functions: Works with Human Resources, Recruiting and Safety to strategize and implement hiring needsWork with the Shop Manager to ensure fleet readiness at all timesMaintain accurate fleet inventory to include State, Federal, RFP requirement needs, insurance mandates and Zum requirements Oversight of the Safety Department ensuring compliance with State, Federal, RFP requirements and record keeping Oversight of daily operations Ensure compliance with accident and incident reporting proceduresReview all incident reports and submit as applicable KPI monitoring and performanceMaintain an operation's facility that is organized, safe, clean and efficientOversight of Field Trip/Charter process, route awards and execution of Field Trips Work collaboratively with the payroll department ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing while investigating and remedying any discrepanciesWhere applicable, familiarity with CBA as the guideline for employee management Requirements:7+ years of significant operational experience within a transportation environmentDemonstrated experience improving safety performance within respective operationsProven track record in developing a leadership team and individuals whilst ensuring an engaged workforceManaged in a unionized environment is a definite advantageSound experience in leading projects and has the ability to draw upon and utilize a team to complete the tasksPositive demeanor with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and make decisionsDefinite self-starter who can act on their own initiativeStakeholder and customer relationship skills/experience are essential
\nThe targeted base salary range for this role is listed in the compensation section below. Actual salary may be above or below this range based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. In addition, this position may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity, or commissions. If you are a full-time salaried or hourly worker, we offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Holidays, Wellness, Vacation, and more.
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