Dispatch & Driver Supervisor
Northwestern Connecticut Transit District
TorringtonOn-siteLead / Manager
The job in short
Dispatch and driver supervision for a transit service.
InsuranceCompliance
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-09-09
- Location as listed
- Torrington, CT, US
- Role
- Supervisor / Team Lead (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Communicate job requirements and responsibilities to drivers.
• Day to day scheduling, supervision and guidance and submitting evaluation reports to management.
• Managing Monthly Drivers’ schedule.
• Managing driver concerns, reports, logging and reporting to Executive Director
• Oversee dispatch daily routine and duties,
• Oversee and handle all disability applications
• Oversee and Logging Form 5 recipients
• Conduct on-the-scene accident investigations; assist drivers in preparing accident reports, and safety violations documents.
• Develop and host driver training and safety courses as needed; train new drivers and retrain drivers involved in accidents or with recurring violations.
• Observe drivers on the road - correct safety problems on the scene while documenting violations.
• Liaison between both the drivers, customers and the district with customer service concerns.
• Evaluate and monitor driver safety and performance in compliance with district policies and state law.
• Assist The Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director with all DOT/FTA compliances – drug testing.
• Drive routes periodically. Overtime is permitted only when drivers cannot fulfill assignments. Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, and overtime as business needs require. Must be willing and able to cover shifts on short notice when operational needs arise.
• Driveway checks for ADA and Dial a ride services
• Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
• Must have S, V, A or F personal passenger endorsement.
• Supervisory experience required.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.
Benefits include:
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401A plan with company contribution
• Paid time off
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