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Transportation Safety Manager Location: Richmond, VA Pay: $50,000.00 USD per Year At First Student, our Location Safety Managers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and ...

High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Occupational Safety, Transportation Management, or a related field is preferred (relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree). * Minimum of ...

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High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Occupational Safety, Transportation Management, or a related field is preferred (relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree). * Minimum of ...

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Considerable experience with occupational safety, transportation safety, and environmental compliance preferred. Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations * Has attained or is working toward ...

Experience in transportation safety, fleet operations, or administrative support preferred. * Basic knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations. * Strong attention to detail and organizational ...

Safety Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$97K - $146K/yr

Considerable experience with occupational safety, transportation safety, and environmental compliance preferred. Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations * Has attained or is working toward ...

$97K - $146K/yr

Considerable experience with occupational safety, transportation safety, and environmental compliance preferred. Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations * Has attained or is working toward ...

Bachelor's degree in safety, Transportation, Business Administration, Education, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered. * Previous experience in safety, training ...

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How much do safety transport jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for safety transport in the United States is $32.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $39.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a safety transport?

Safety Transport jobs involve the safe and secure transportation of people, goods, or hazardous materials, ensuring that all safety protocols and regulations are followed. Professionals in this field may work in various sectors such as healthcare, logistics, or hazardous materials management, and are responsible for minimizing risks during transit. Duties often include vehicle inspections, route planning, compliance with safety standards, and emergency response preparedness. These roles require attention to detail, training in safety procedures, and sometimes specialized certifications depending on the materials or passengers being transported.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a safety transport professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Safety Transport professional, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), a solid understanding of transportation regulations, and experience with safe vehicle operation. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a commitment to safety are essential soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant transport of passengers or goods, reducing risk and maintaining public trust.

What are some common challenges faced in a safety transport role, and how can they be effectively addressed?

Professionals in Safety Transport often encounter challenges such as managing tight schedules while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols. Navigating changing traffic conditions, addressing unexpected vehicle issues, and communicating effectively with team members are also frequent obstacles. To address these, it's important to stay updated on safety standards, participate in regular training, and use technology for route planning and real-time communication. Building strong teamwork and maintaining a proactive approach to hazard identification greatly contribute to smoother and safer operations.

What is the difference between Safety Transport vs Safety Driver?

AspectSafety Transport
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), safety training
Work EnvironmentTransporting goods or passengers, often in commercial vehicles
Employer & IndustryLogistics, transportation companies, freight services
Job FocusEnsuring safe transport of cargo or passengers, compliance with safety regulations

Safety Transport involves managing the safe movement of goods or passengers, often requiring certifications like a CDL. Safety Drivers primarily focus on driving vehicles safely, adhering to safety protocols. While both roles emphasize safety, Safety Transport covers a broader scope including logistics and cargo handling, whereas Safety Drivers concentrate on driving skills and safety compliance during transit.

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What states have the most Safety Transport jobs?

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Infographic showing various Safety Transport job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, 64% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,344 per year, or $32.4 per hour.

Transportation Safety Manager

Richmond, VA • On-site

First Student
School and Employee Bus Transportation • 10K+ employees

$50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Administers driver hiring and compliance processes.

  • Investigates accidents, incidents, and work-related injuries and determines fault or probability.

  • Provides guidance to drivers, attendants, and location trainers on safety-related issues and performs driver performance checks.


First Student rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

First Student

Based on 321 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

The best things about working at First Student

  • 89%

    89% of students say it’s good

    of students say it’s good

  • 88%

    88% say they enjoy their job

    say they enjoy their job

  • 87%

    87% of parents and care-givers say it’s good

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Job description

Position: Transportation Safety Manager

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay: $50,000.00 USD per Year

At First Student, our Location Safety Managers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Location Safety Manager is responsible for providing operational oversight, providing work guidance, and delivering leadership to full safety supervisory duties.
At First Student, we are proud to offer:

Why Join First Student?

  • Competitive Pay!
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Stable employment with a well-established organization
  • Opportunities for growth and internal advancement
  • Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, electronics, and more through PerkSpot


Location Safety Manager Responsibilities:

  • Administers driver hiring and compliance process
  • Provides direction and guidance to location trainers
  • Investigates accidents, incidents, and work-related injuries and determines fault/probability
  • Prepares and submits accident-related compliance forms, maintains files, and enters in system
  • Provides assistance and training to drivers and attendants on passenger management and other safety related issues
  • Performs driver road checks of driver performance
  • Supervise employees with safety and/or driver hiring or training responsibilities
  • Provides various reports and analyzes safety trends


Location Safety Manager Experience and Skills Required:

  • 2-3 years transportation or safety-related experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues
  • Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Consistent attendance and punctuality
  • Possess working vehicle for travel in service area


First Students commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment youll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, youll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.
Apply today to join our team!

Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.


First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.


In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.


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. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

Company Description

About us
An industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence, we’ve provided student transportation services to schools for over 100 years. Continually investing in the services of the future, we’re proud to be part of FirstGroup America – the largest provider of safe, reliable and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in North America.

Industry leader
We safely operate more than one third of all contracted school buses in North America.
Together our 50,000 school buses travel nearly 600 million miles per year — the equivalent of 1,200 round trips to the moon.
We operate in around 550 locations throughout 38 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces.

Innovation
We were the first school bus company to utilize global positioning systems (GPS), so at any one time we know where all of our buses are and how fast they’re travelling.
Passionate about safety, we’ve installed Safety Crossing Gates on the front of all of our school buses and use the Child Check-MateTM electronic reminder system to make sure no sleeping children remain inside a bus at the end of each route.

Awards & recognition
We won the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award from the National Safety Council two years in a row.
Dedicated to safety, FirstGroup received the National Safety Council’s (NSC) Green Cross for Safety Medal - the highest award for safety in North America.

Teamwork and trust
It takes a diverse team of skilled professionals to provide a safe, effective and efficient student transportation system. From our school bus drivers and location managers to routers, dispatchers and fleet technician mechanics, the work we do every day makes a big impact on the daily lives of students, parents, local communities and school district partners.

We’re very proud of our elite team of over 55,000 dedicated, caring and diverse professionals. And they are the #1 reason we’re trusted by over 1,400 school districts - more than any other provider. Everybody here plays their part in creating a positive school bus experience.

Our culture
We live and breathe our vision and values. They are embedded in our culture and drive our commitment to our customers and communities. Our culture fosters growth and promotes respect, reliability, responsibility and safety. And we recruit people who share these values and will work together to build strong and trusting partnerships in the communities we serve.

Safety – Although our safety record is twice as safe as the industry average, we continually seek out opportunities to enhance our operational and safety initiatives.
Learning – Through our learning culture that spans over 550 locations, we receive and share insight from our people to enhance our service now and in the future.
Making a difference - By doing our job well, we make a positive impact on many lives – including the millions of students who travel with us every school day.
Careers for all – We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Employer of Choice.
By consistently encouraging and supporting an open dialogue with our people and partners, we’re able to share new ideas and develop new ways to meet the needs of our customers and passengers. At First Student, you’ll feel empowered to serve your community. So join the team and start to make a difference.


Working at First Student

Perks for frontline workers

From First Student, via Breakroom

  • Competitive pay and paid training

  • Paid holidays, sick time, and paid time off

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

  • Career advancement opportunities, including operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues

  • Community impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families

About First Student, in their own words

From First Student

At First Student, we are a team of 66,800 employees dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and efficient student transportation. As the leading student transportation provider in North America, we operate over 530+ locations across the U.S. and Canada. Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggie’s Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation, helping create and implement the advanced training, technology, and transportation solutions our industry has to offer. Our company’s history is rooted in industry innovation, operational excellence, and a shared commitment to putting students first.

Company values

From First Student

• Focus on safety: Safety is at the heart of everything we do

• Foster teamwork: Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, and champion diversity and inclusion

• Care for our students: Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

• Surpass customer expectations: Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

• Set the highest standards: Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence


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