Road Supervisor

Via TransportationTulare, CaliforniaOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 1 month ago

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About this role

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person’s daily commute to reducing humanity’s collective environmental footprint — we’ve got huge goals.

As a Road Supervisor , you will supervise driver performance, train drivers, support riders, de-escalate conflicts, and manage incidents when they occur. You may also work as an Operator when needed, leading by example, and ensuring excellent customer service for our riders.

This is a full-time, shift-based, in-person out of our Tulare, CA

What You'll Do:

- Conduct regular performance evaluations of drivers, providing feedback and coaching to improve service quality and efficiency.

- Develop and implement training programs for new hires and ongoing training for existing drivers.

- Handle customer service issues, resolving complaints and making decisions to promote passenger satisfaction.

- Prioritize operational issues as the real-time point of contact and implement creative solutions to solve problems as they arise

- Go to the scene of accidents and incidents to manage processes and protocols

- Diligently work collaboratively with a broad interdisciplinary team to scale operational processes, systems, and tools to drive rapid growth

- Safely and courteously, operate lift-equipped vehicles to transport elderly and/or persons with disabilities

- Learn the fundamentals of Via operations and related safety procedures

- Perform the routine operation of vehicles, including pre- and post-shift inspections

Who You Are:

- Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in transportation services or comparable industry, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

- High school diploma or equivalent; higher education or certifications in transportation, logistics, or related field preferred.

- At least 25 years old

- An effective communicator and holds excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to handle stressful situations diplomatically.

- Proficient in using a tablet and standard office software (e.g., Google Suite).

- Possess good knowledge of the cities and communities of Tulare, CA

- Are able to operate a wheelchair accessible vehicle within standard safety guidelines to ensure public safety

- Able to deal effectively and courteously with passengers

- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

- Successful completion of a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle records check is mandatory for employment.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable

- Pay: $24-28 / hour

- We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement benefits.

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