Manager, Safety and Training

At MTM Transit, it is never just a ride, it's personal.

We understand that our passengers deserve personalized attention and exceptional care and to us, every trip is important.

We have exciting opportunities to join our growing team where your work has a direct impact on the communities we serve.

Our company culture is one of innovation, collaboration, and growth.

If you are passionate, driven, and ready to join a team where your work will directly transform and shape our industry, then we want to talk to you!

What will your job look like?

The Manager, Safety and Training is responsible for implementing safety and training programs as defined by the Leadership of Safety Administration and will ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations, as well as corporate, client guidelines and policies.

Location: 2195 Hyacinth NE Suite 170 Salem, OR 97301

What you’ll do:


* Manage a consistent safety culture that incorporates various departments, such as operations, safety and maintenance


* Oversee Corporate Safety Incentives and programs effectively and consistently, including assignment of Safety Points


* Implement and support the company and client’s safety management system (SMS) safety plan and initiatives Manage and monitor the FTA’s drug and alcohol DAMIS reporting requirements


* Monitor and support all location insurance claims activities to ensure effective communication with claimants, to help control claims costs and support claims closure


* Lead and support the local safety committee and SMS Ambassador group


* Oversees the locations worker compensation program to ensure compliance and effectively reduce/eliminate claims


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


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


* Ensures all new hires meet minimum qualifications for each division including, background and DMV checks


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


* Successfully complete 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 cause and preventability, identifying potential trends to be addressed in future training efforts


* Provide functional expertise in safety regarding hiring of safety department employees


* Collaborate with local Leadership to deliver comprehensive safety meetings and plans


* Act as the location drug program manager, ensuring compliance of FTA/DOT regulations

What you’ll need:

Experience, Education & Certifications:


* High School Diploma or G.E.D.


* Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalen...