Transportation Manager

R & MAY TRANSPORTATION LLC

Transportation Manager

Lodi, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Competitive salary

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Job Summary

    R & May Transportation is seeking an experienced Transportation Manager to join our growing team.

    We are looking for a motivated school transportation professional who can take ownership of daily operations and help lead our drivers, aides, dispatchers, and transportation staff.

    The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in the school bus industry and understands the challenges of managing daily routes, staffing, vehicle assignments, school district communication, and unexpected operational issues.

    This is a leadership opportunity for someone who can think quickly, solve problems, hold employees accountable, and keep operations running safely and efficiently.

    Benefits

    Health Insurance

    401(k) Retirement Plan

    Paid Time Off (PTO)

    Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

    Year-round employment

    Growing company with opportunities for increased responsibility

    Responsibilities

    Oversee daily AM and PM school transportation operations

    Ensure routes are properly staffed with drivers and aides

    Manage driver call-outs, open routes, and substitute coverage

    Coordinate driver, aide, and vehicle assignments

    Monitor routes, delays, breakdowns, and service issues

    Communicate with school districts, drivers, aides, and management

    Supervise and support dispatch and transportation staff

    Monitor employee attendance, punctuality, and performance

    Assist with routing, scheduling, and route efficiency

    Coordinate vehicle availability with fleet and maintenance departments

    Handle transportation complaints and operational concerns

    Assist with accidents, incidents, and safety-related matters

    Coordinate field trips and additional transportation

    Ensure company policies and applicable school transportation requirements are followed

    Identify operational problems and implement solutions

    Qualifications

    3–5+ years of school bus transportation experience required

    Must be fluent in English and Spanish

    Previous experience in transportation management, dispatch, routing, operations, or driver supervision

    Strong knowledge of daily school bus operations

    Experience supervising drivers, aides, dispatchers, or transportation employees preferred

    Strong leadership and decision-making skills

    Ability to remain calm and make decisions in a fast-paced environment

    Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

    Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

    Experience with routing, GPS, or transportation software preferred

    Bachelor's Degree preferred

    Significant school transportation experience may be considered in place of a degree

    CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements is a plus

    Who We’re Looking For

    We are looking for someone who takes ownership and gets things done.

    School transportation changes by the minute. Drivers call out, vehicles become unavailable, routes change, and schools need answers quickly. The right Transportation Manager will be able to stay organized, lead the team, make decisions, and find solutions while maintaining a strong focus on safety and customer service.

    If you have experience in the school bus industry and are ready to take the next step into a leadership role with a growing company, we want to hear from you.

    Apply today to join the R & May Transportation team.