Assistant General Manager

Transdev - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

10,001+ employees

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

About the position

The Assistant General Manager at Transdev plays a crucial role in supporting the General Manager in overseeing passenger transit operations. This position is responsible for the daily management of operations, ensuring safety for personnel and passengers, maintaining customer service standards, and managing financial aspects of the contract. The role emphasizes strategic planning, compliance with contracts, and effective staffing and performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the transit facility.
• Provide strategic planning and direction to operations.
• Ensure contract compliance and operational efficiency.
• Share responsibility for scheduling and performance evaluation of management staff.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of supervisory or management level experience in the passenger transportation industry.
• Labor relations experience preferred.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws.
• Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations related to transit operations.
• Ability to manage cost control and financial/budget experience across multiple locations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent presentation abilities.
• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with labor, including handling grievances and negotiations.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in labor relations is preferred.

Benefits

• 401k with company match
• Paid time off
• Complete insurance plan after 30 days of employment (health, dental, and vision)