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First Transit Canada

Manager in Training

Posted Yesterday

Job Description

Job Purpose: The Manager in Development (MID) position is expected to be a short-term transitional role that provides both work assignments and training opportunities to prepare MIDs to be promoted into management positions. Candidate for this position can be based anywhere in Ontario.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with management staff to develop skill set.
  • Take part in rotations with multiple departments, including but not limited to: dispatch, road supervision, safety, finance, and HR.
  • Develop partnerships with location and corporate staff.
  • Showcase your strong management foundation and knowledge of the business.
  • Perform any related duties that are required or assigned.
  • Learning Assignments:
    1) Safety
    2) Finance and Accounting
    3) Operations
    4) Maintenance
    5) Security
    6) Sales
    7) Human Resource
    8) Labor Relations
    9) Legal


Minimum Education & Certifications Required:
  • High School Diploma/GED with 3-4 years of Transportation/Logistics experience and/or 1-2 years of
    supervisory experience. Bachelors degree is a Plus

Minimum Skills and Requirements:
  • 1 -2 years of previous experience as a retail manager or supervisor
  • Ability to work a full-time flexible schedule, including morning, night and weekend shifts, and to work
    overtime as needed
  • Active Learning - Quickly process new information, knowledge, and experiences, regularly capitalizing
    on learning opportunities, and applying new information.
  • Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Valid State Driver's License


Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
  • Incumbent must be able to move about the office and between floors; utilize standard office
    equipment; access filing system/cabinets; and communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by
    telephone.
  • Office & Field environmen t


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. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know

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About First Transit Canada

Every day we help millions of people to get to where they want to go. Our drivers provide a great service, taking students to and from school and helping people travel across North America and Canada. So, if you’re reliable, customer-focused and a safe driver - join our team and enjoy a career while making a difference. As we run a variety of different services, we operate a wide range of vehicles. So you could find yourself driving a transit bus, charter bus, minibus or one of our iconic yellow school buses. Our driving opportunities include: Paratransit Driver Providing a vital service to children, adults with disabilities and the elderly, you’ll take the time to get to know our passengers and provide a flexible and responsive local service. School Bus Driver Local communities will rely on you to take their children to and from school. Not only will you enjoy making a difference in your community, you’ll enjoy full training and plenty of spare time during the day. Motor Coach Operator At Greyhound, employees are our greatest strength and most valuable asset. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and training a world-class workforce and providing them a challenging and rewarding environment that encourages creativity and growth. Ground transportation is as vibrant and dynamic as ever and with the help of great employees, we are poised to continue as the industry leader! Fixed Route Bus Driver If you are a reliable and customer service-driven individual, operate one of our fixed route transit buses or an airport or university shuttle. Become part of the trusted team that helps our communities get to where they need to be every day.

Industry

Transportation and Warehousing

Application closing date is 2025-01-18

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