Transportation Manager

R & MAY TRANSPORTATION LLC • Full-time • Lodi, New Jersey, United States • $35 - $40 / hour • 2d ago

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.