Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor – Serving Ellington Public Schools

Drive operational excellence at First Student, North America's largest school transportation provider, by supporting safe, reliable service for students served by Ellington Public Schools. This role is a strategic opportunity to strengthen daily performance, elevate service delivery, and reinforce our operational impact in the community.

Why Join First Student?

Competitive Salary: $58,000–$62,000/year, aligned with experience

Career Mobility: Growth opportunities across North America

Operational Stability: Join a proven industry leader transporting 2.5 billion passengers annually

Team Culture: Collaborative, performance-driven work environment

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• Company-paid life insurance

Your Role as Operations Supervisor

Oversee daily dispatch, routing, and driver operations to ensure safe, on-time transportation

Coach, counsel, and develop dispatchers and drivers to meet operational standards

Monitor route performance, start-times, and safety metrics to drive accountability

Maintain operational records, reporting, and scheduling documentation

Respond to customer and district concerns in a professional, solutions-focused manner

Support administrative functions including payroll, routing, training, and road supervision

Assist with driver recruitment and onboarding as needed

What You'll Bring

Experience: 1–3 years in transportation, logistics, or related operational roles; supervisory and/or driving experience strongly preferred

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Licensing: Class B CDL required

Competencies: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational systems

Adaptability: Ability to support both field and office operations

Be Part of a Company That Delivers

At First Student, safety and customer care guide every decision. We invest in our people, champion diversity, and maintain a culture centered on teamwork, accountability, and long-term professional development.

Ready to move your operations career forward?

Apply today to join our team serving Ellington Public Schools. At First Student, our commitment to safety, dependability, and customer care creates an environment where you can thrive. With more than 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and exceptional training.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace.