Transit Supervisor
LATS · Lawton, OK
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Job description
Job Summary
The Transit Supervisor oversees daily bus operations, including driver supervision, dispatch coordination, route management, and safety compliance . This role ensures reliable public transportation service while maintaining strict adherence to FTA regulations, DOT safety standards, and company policies . This position is ideal for experienced CDL drivers, transportation supervisors, fleet coordinators, or dispatch managers seeking a leadership role in a stable, community-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise, coach, and evaluate bus operators and dispatch staff
- Ensure compliance with DOT, FTA drug and alcohol regulations, and safety standards
- Manage daily scheduling, route coverage, and driver assignments
- Monitor on-time performance, pick-ups, and drop-offs
- Investigate and document incidents, accidents, and customer complaints
- Conduct driver ride-alongs, performance reviews, and safety inspections
- Maintain accurate records: attendance, reports, route sheets, and incident logs
- Coordinate backup drivers or operate a bus when needed
- Serve as liaison between operations leadership and frontline staff
Requirements
- Valid Class B CDL with Passenger (P) Endorsement (REQUIRED)
- Minimum age: 21 (25 preferred)
- Clean driving record ( no DUI/DWI, no major violations in past 3 years )
- Current DOT medical card
- Ability to pass drug and alcohol screening (FTA compliant)
- Strong knowledge of traffic laws, safety procedures, and transit operations
- Experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, or fleet supervision (preferred)
- Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
- Basic to intermediate computer proficiency Work Environment & Physical
Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, and weather conditions
- Lift up to 50–75 lbs occasionally
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking, and field supervision
- Exposure to vehicle operations, noise, and mechanical environments Schedule
- 8–10 hour shifts
- Day or night shifts
- On-call rotation
- Weekends as needed Pay &
Benefits
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- 401(k) + employer match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling options
- Long-term retirement benefits Why Join Us?
- Stable, government-supported transit system
- Leadership opportunity with real community impact
- Work that directly supports essential workers, students, and military personnel
- Career growth in public transportation and operations management