What Will Your Job Look Like?

The Safety & Training Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and conducting training, such as recertification, monthly safety meeting, and remedial training, as well as assisting with development and implementation of training plans. This position will also assist with the development of training in other departments (i.e Road Supervisors, Dispatch) as their duties relate to safety and training objectives. The Safety & Training Coordinator will provide support for the Safety and Training Manager and Safety and Training Department while also ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations, and Company and Client guidelines, policies and expectations.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and assist with the design, develop and implementation of initial and recurrent training programs

• Teach safety culture awareness training

• Teach annual recertification training

• Lead initial and recurrent training programs

• Oversee the safety culture and conduct monthly safety meetings

• Deliver proper classroom, behind the wheel and mobility management training in accordance with contractual and company requirements

• Lead annual and multi-year training programs

• Oversee corporate safety incentives and programs effectively and consistently

• Assist in overseeing the federally mandated Drug and Alcohol program

• Support the safety action plan and safety management system initiatives

• Conduct training needs assessment in consultation with other MTM Transit location leaders

• Investigate customer service complaints, relative to safety issues, and take appropriate corrective action

• Promote employee self-responsibility to achieve all safety goals and training requirements

• Ensure all new hires meet minimum qualifications for each division including, background and MVR checks

• Ensure all safety manuals, programs and policies and practices are current and meet the needs of the operating divisions; updating as appropriate

• Help support all related audits including those conducted by the Company, the Client, internal staff members and state and federal regulatory agencies

• Review, determine and respond to all vehicular, passenger and employee accidents/incidents, indicating the root cause and preventability, identifying potential trends to be addressed in future training efforts

• Schedule and teach new employee orientation

• Execute periodic performance evaluations for all Operators

• Attend various meetings including those hosted by the Client as an ambassador for MTM Transit

What You’ll need:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• 1 year experience in transit operations, transit safety or teaching

• 2+ years in transportation training or teaching experience

• Must possess a valid driver’s license

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and DOT physical and maintain physical throughout employment

Even better if you have...

• CDL license with a passenger endorsement

• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality

• Knowledge of all applicable safety rules, regulations – FTA and DOT to include all corporate programs

• Ability to communicate effectively and work with all departments

• Ability to work independently and objectively

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Familiar with windows-based computer operating systems and Microsoft Office packages

• Regular attendance is required

What’s in it for you:

• Health and Life Insurance Plans

• Dental and Vision Plans

• 401(k) with a company match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Maternity/Paternity Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Hourly Rate: $ 30

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job's location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual skills, experience, and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer: MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact MTM’s People & Culture.

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