Safety Trainer

Transdev North America
Garden City, NY

Transdev is proud to offer:

  • Competitive compensation $70,000 to $72,000/year

Pending collective bargaining agreement negotiations

Benefits include:

  • Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks

  • Sick days: 8 days

  • Holidays: 12 days; 9 standard and 3 floating

  • Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

OVERVIEW:

Reports directly to the Safety Training Supervisors. Performs classroom and behind the wheel training, to include but not limited to Operator Development Program, remedial training (excluding final drive evaluations), and new equipment familiarization training. Performs duties in compliance with all Transdev safety training policies and procedures and organizes all final driving evaluations to be performed by the Safety Training Supervisors.

This position is multi-functional and may rotate in shifts from performing classroom learning to setting up the skills course or assisting in reporting road conditions during inclement weather. The work is often a series of routine and repetitive tasks punctuated with events requiring focus and attention and communicating information quickly to the Safety Training Supervisors to problem solving any potential issues. Information relayed requires clear communications one on one with the Safety Training Supervisor on duty, before any decision came be made. Incumbents must enjoy using their knowledge and skill to help others.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensures new student operators are thoroughly trained in the safe and efficient handling of vehicles and equipment to exceed customer standards.

  • Conduct final road evaluations to assess whether the employee possesses the necessary driving skills required to graduate or continue in their current position.

  • Implement comprehensive safety training programs for all levels of employees, including new hires, ongoing training, and specialized safety course based on our safety trends.

  • Implement training materials to ensure they are current, relevant, and aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

  • Upon direction of supervisor, incorporate various training methods, such as classroom instruction, hands-on practice, e-learning, and simulations.

  • Conduct training sessions, workshops, and seminars for employees across all departments.

  • Conduct training activities comply with federal, state, and local safety regulations.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all training sessions, participant progress, and certification statuses.

  • Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory bodies and company management.

  • Follow through corrective action plans to mitigate risks and improve safety outcomes.

  • Prepare detailed reports on findings and present them to senior management.

  • Foster a culture of safety awareness and accountability among all employees.

  • Communicate safety policies, updates, and training opportunities to staff through various channels.

  • Ensures that all trainees are trained on routes designated by management.

  • Ensure the completion and accuracy of required training paperwork before turning in to the Safety Training Supervisor for final review.

  • Ensures Operator Development Program (ODP) is properly delivered to include updates when necessary.

  • Performs new equipment familiarization, refresher, and remedial training.

  • Provides employees with expert information on operation of equipment.

  • Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and two years transit related experience and/or training experience. College coursework preferred.

  • Valid Class B CDL, w/ passenger endorsement. An excellent motor vehicle record must be maintained.

  • Strong communication skills are required, including written and verbal skills. Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence as well as reports.

  • Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint is necessary. Other basic computer skills are required including email and database software programs.

  • Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety/training procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by the employee to successful perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • 70% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.

  • 30% of work is accomplished outside or in a vehicle.

  • Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, repetitive hand-wrist motion, and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of passengers and materials

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

  • Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

  • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must submit to drug testing and a background check

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev

U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

California applicants:

Job Category: Safety & Training

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 7692

Pay Group: QSN

Cost Center: 516

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants:

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video.

Posted 2026-04-09

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