General Manager

General ManagerThe 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 Arcadia, CA.Compensation and BenefitsCompetitive compensation package of minimum $163,000 – maximum $195,000Vacation: minimum of two weeksSick days: 5 daysHolidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floatingOther standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short‐term disability, voluntary long‐term disabilityKey ResponsibilitiesContinuously builds relationships with employees, the client, union partners, and the local communitySets commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team according to location/client contractLeads the management team and employee workforce to achieve corporate/property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectivesIdentifies, suggests, and develops business growth opportunitiesOptimizes the return on assets deployed within the business to include vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance managementIdentifies and analyzes KPIs to maintain positive resultsEnsures services are provided within budget and action plans are developed and implemented to improve operational efficienciesDetermines and delivers business unit budgetEnsures compliance with state and federal regulations and Transdev corporate safety standardsOversees all staff management and assigns development training in liaison with the corporate team as appropriateEnsures effective environmental compliance and sustainability managementProvides complete and accurate data collection, compilation, analysis, and reportingOther duties as requiredQualificationsCompletion of a four‐year college degree in a relevant field is desirable, although a combination of relevant experience and education will be consideredExperience in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation, or related field or equivalent business experience preferredAt least five years of experience managing a fixed route or paratransit bus operation of similar size and scopeKnowledge of relevant federal and state employment lawsThorough knowledge of transit system regulations and operationsAbility to build solid and maintain strong working relationships with clientsAbility to manage cost control and financial budgetWorking knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteUnderstanding of technology, apps, Wi‐Fi, and transportation technologyStrong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organizationAbility to organize and perform work efficiently; strong attention to detailAbility to navigate Labor Relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances and negotiationsSubject 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 reasonPhysical RequirementsMust be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as neededEmployee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screenWork environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoorsDrug‐Free WorkplaceApplicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.)All applicants must successfully pass a pre‐employment drug screenTransdev 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.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.#J-18808-Ljbffr