356 Transportation jobs in Pennsylvania

Date of Posting: July 2, 2025

TITLE: Transportation Aide

Classification: Classified

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor and Assistant Transportation Supervisor

Primary Function: To perform, under general supervision, school bus monitoring and student and vehicle operator assistance as needed. To assist with the safe loading and unloading of students, and ensure all vehicle activities support the safety and welfare of all persons.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Monitors daily school vehicle activities to ensure proper student conduct at all times, and adherence to appropriate behavior and disciplinary requirements.
• Maintains order and discipline subject to prescribed rules and regulations to provide for the safety of pupils while boarding, riding, or leaving the bus.
• Completes and maintains appropriate attendance records, seating charts, disciplinary documentation, and updated student information as required.
• Assist the operator with pre-and-post vehicle inspection activities to ensure proper operating conditions, adherence to prescribed Department of Transportation and district standards, and compliance with proper safety standards. Reports the need for repair or maintenance work to the bus mechanic on appropriate forms.
• Assist with keeping the school vehicle clean at all times including all windows, windshields, rear-view mirrors, headlights, and tail-lights; sweeps interior vehicle floor, cleans spills and body fluids, and empties trash daily.
• Renders necessary assistance to students who become ill on the bus, or may require help in boarding or leaving the bus to include operation of specialized equipment for students with special needs, i.e., wheelchairs lifts and tie-downs, toddler/infant seats, and seat belts.
• Establishes and maintains effective communications and working relationships with district personnel, school officials, students, and parents. Properly communicates via radio dispatch.
• Conducts Emergency Evacuation as required in accordance with the Pennsylvania School Code and district guidelines.
• Completes all necessary forms and reports as required by the District in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Maintains applicable physical and dexterity standards.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work.
• Must possess the temperament to work with students and staff exhibiting a wide range of emotions, and the physical ability to perform the essential duties.

• The employee frequently performs tasks in seasonally hot, cold, snow, ice, or wet conditions.
• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions such as strong odors, fumes, dust, wetness, humidity, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, pathogenic substances, and toxic/poisonous agents.

• Employee performs task involving the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of sitting, use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or controls, climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
• Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination and oral communication ability.
• The employee must be able to climb on and off the vehicle and/or jump from the vehicle during the evacuation procedure when required.
• Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as temperature and noise extremes, odors, humidity, vibrations, traffic hazards, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
• Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of safety restraint and wheelchair lift devices.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations and the ability to utilize and communicate a wide variety of reference, descriptive and advisory data, and information.
• Ability to exercise judgment, discretion, decisiveness, and creativity in situations involving a variety of information against sensory, judgment, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak and exchange information effectively to one or more people.
• Ability to perform addition and subtraction, multiplication, division, and other simple mathematical calculations and arrange, compare, count, differentiate, measure, and/or sort data and/or information.
• Ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.

• In accordance with the MNNIEA Bargaining Agreement

• Immediate PTO: Enjoy a FULL WEEK of Paid Time Off after just 30 days of employment!
• Supportive & Collaborative Team: Work in a positive environment with excellent staff-to-resident ratios. We believe in teamwork and mutual support.
• On-Demand Pay: Access your earnings when you need them.
• Career Growth & Development:
  
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Programs: Invest in your future with our financial assistance for educational goals.
  • Ongoing Training & Mentorship: We prioritize your professional growth through continuous learning and development.
• Employee Recognition: Your hard work and contributions are celebrated through various appreciation programs and events.
• People-First Culture: Join an organization that truly cares, valuing integrity, inclusion, and putting people before tasks.
• Stable Shifts: Consistent day shifts with varying schedules; NO overnights! Enjoy every other Sunday off.

• Ensure safe and appropriate transportation of residents with the facility's van or other vehicle if situation arises.
• Escort residents to and from physician visits or medical appointments. Correspond with the receptionist desk at the offices or with the care provider to ensure proper care paperwork is received and returned.
• Provide direct care needs for the clients, including transfer assistance and incontinence care, with the scope of provided training. Monitor the client for medical emergencies and respond, as appropriate, including utilizing emergency medical services.
• Loads and unloads residents and resident purchases from the vehicle.
• Provide driving support for after-hour and weekend events within the department, including Lifestyles or activity trips for all levels of care.

• Valid Pennsylvania State driver's license in good standing, free of traffic violations
• Be at least 23 years old with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
• Excellent driving skills with good judgement.
• Ability to lift and carry chairs, packages and other items.

• Serving Westmoreland County since 1980, Redstone is a name people have grown to know and trust. We offer a full array of services for ages 55+ from Retirement Living, Personal Care, Long Term Care & Rehabilitation, and Hospice, Home Care & Home Health Services.
• A non-profit faith-based organization, Redstone employs a philosophy based upon a ministry of caring and treating each resident with respect and dignity.
• Our collaborative approach modeled by our Leadership reflect our Core Values : Respect, Quality, Truth, Teamwork, Life Balance and Life-Long Learning.

Benefits:

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Wellness resources

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Transportation Supervisor who embodies our Core Values: Consistency, Adaptability, Reliability, and Teamwork (CART). In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily delivery routing and operations, support our Delivery Service Representatives (DSRs), and ensure the timely, professional, and efficient delivery, setup, and breakdown of products to enhance the client experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist leadership with daily operational responsibilities

Oversee and manage paperwork for deliveries and pickups

Act as the main point of contact for drivers and internal departments, responding to transportation-related calls, emails, and inquiries

Coordinate with Accounts Receivable regarding missing items, discrepancies, and addendums

Perform daily cash drawer reconciliation

Prepare and distribute will-call sheets and short-pull lists

Provide customer service at will call, assisting with order retrieval and loading

Review daily reports and monitor inventory levels; collaborate with Inventory and Purchasing on shortages

Manage routing and scheduling of deliveries and pickups, assign vehicles and routes, communicate schedules in advance, and maintain real-time communication with drivers to ensure timely delivery

Arrange outside freight shipments as needed

Track and submit receipts for IFTA reporting

Maintain truck maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs with Penske and internal staff

Track and report mileage, fuel usage, vehicle repairs, and transportation expenses

Provide driver support and assist with resolving delivery-related issues

Assist with and supervise truck loading/unloading (including third-party freight) and participate in deliveries/pickups, including tents and other rental equipment

Supervise warehouse activities and delivery personnel and oversee special projects

Prep equipment and tents for upcoming orders according to reservations as needed.

Monitor will-call orders and shipment changes via Sage

Handle emergency afterhours calls and same-day deliveries using company vehicles as needed

Enter and update DSR time records in ADP

Open and close the building as needed

Foster a team-oriented environment that promotes collaboration and support

Enforce all company policies and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned

Work Conditions:

Office-based with regular exposure to warehouse areas, some of which may not be heated or air conditioned

Will experience outdoor exposure and temperature extremes during the workday

Regular use of potentially hazardous equipment and chemicals; appropriate safety precautions and PPE are required

Physical activity including bending, lifting, and repetitive movements is expected

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Schedule:

Full-time, 40+ hours per week

Start and end times are determined by the day’s operational needs, and flexibility is essential, particularly during peak season when evenings, weekends, and overtime may be required

Qualifications and Requirements:

At least 21 years of age

Proficient in English (written and verbal)

Strong math skills, including fractions, percentages, and ratios

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SharePoint, Sage, Roadnet, and Motive is a plus

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and prioritize competing tasks

Professional, approachable, and proactive demeanor

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Able to meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities

Ability to understand and follow written, oral, and diagram instructions

Physically able to regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs, and occasionally up to 75 lbs

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; ability to pass DOT physical and meet all company vehicle requirements

Previous experience with tents, stages, or event rental equipment a plus

Completion of Behavioral and Cognitive Assessment through the Predictive Index is required

Must pass a company background check and drug screen

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

* Paid Time Off

* Paid Holidays

* 401(k) Matching

* Health Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* Life Insurance

* Health Savings Account

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Employee Discount

* Reduced Tuition Rates

* Disability Insurance

* Employee Assistance Program

* 401(k)

* Pet Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Paid Training

* Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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Summary:
This position involves scheduling, overseeing and managing Officers tasked with the transportation and safeguarding of detainees at various locations as directed by the United States Marshals Service (USMS). Additionally, it is responsible for ensuring that all vehicles and equipment utilized under the USMS BPA adhere to standard operating policies and procedures, with regular maintenance conducted in compliance with federal, state, and organizational laws, rules, and regulations. Further, it is responsible for routine monitoring of Officers on transportation missions and hospital guard assignments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts interviews and provides recommendations for hiring Senior Transportation Officers and Transportation Officers. Ensures all necessary forms are accurate and comprehensive. Trains Officers on policies and procedures related to the transportation of detainees. Provides overall supervision of Officers assigned to their respective USMS Region, ensuring proper scheduling and offering mentorship as needed.
• Maintains a roster and assigns Officers to missions upon request of the USMS.
• Acts as a liaison between GTI and the districts within their designated region.
• Recommends performance improvement plans when necessary and implements effective disciplinary measures for Officers who fail to adhere to strict policies and procedures regarding the transportation and guarding of detainees. If performance does not improve, recommends additional disciplinary actions, including termination. Continuously enhances Officers' knowledge and skills by facilitating training sessions and providing relevant materials. Conducts refresher courses in defensive driving and hospital guard techniques to ensure Officers remain informed about current policies and procedures.
• Ensures that Officers scheduled hours comply with policy and regulatory constraints. Monitors Officer schedules weekly, making necessary adjustments to align with all federal Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures. Provides retraining and counseling as needed.
• Oversees and schedules maintenance services and repairs for all assigned vehicles. Ensure that any defects identified by Officers or inspectors are addressed promptly. Maintains effective recordkeeping and scheduling for vehicle service and inspection dates, managing maintenance costs without compromising safety.
• Reports and investigates all accidents involving assigned Officers. Identifies problem areas, provides retraining, counseling, and disciplinary action when necessary. Ensures that all accidents are reviewed by the safety committee to determine their causes and whether they were preventable. Conducts safety meetings on relevant topics and engages regularly with Officers about safety interests and procedures to reinforce commitment to safety. Assists and represents the company in legal matters involving assigned drivers.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
• Three (3) years of continuous law enforcement related experience which includes at least two (2) years as a supervisor.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Demonstrated experience to function in a supervisory capacity.
• Must have completed an approved training program resulting in a certification of satisfactory completion in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• A current U.S. driver's license with no preventable accidents, suspensions for driving convictions, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or more than two (2) moving violations on any type of vehicle for the past three (3) years.
• Passing a company and Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol test.
• Ability to pass a Company and Federal Client background investigation.
• May be required to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate, "medical card" after hire.
• Extensive knowledge of State/Contracting Agency laws relating to detainee transportation.
• Ability to communicate and interact with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to interpret complex written/oral communication, documents, and instructions.
• Ability to make and implement decisions without assistance.
• Ability to give instructions in a manner that encourages teamwork and cooperative spirit.
• Ability to maintain high tolerance to mental stress.
• Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work in varying climatic conditions.
• Proven proficiency in the operation of a personal computer and software related to report writing, employee scheduling, and information submission to GEONET.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
• Must be willing to travel regularly within their respective regions.
• When called upon, must serve as the Assistant Director Transportation.

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Accelerate your career at RXO
RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America.

As a Supervisor, Transportation at RXO, you will coordinate and handle a variety of transportation activities, as well as supervise day-to-day transportation operations and strive to meet or exceed customer expectations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and RXO.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Act as a liaison for Transportation, Operations, carriers, vendors, and customers
• Lead and supervise transportation staff, including training and evaluating employee performance; recommend or initiate hiring, promotions, transfers, or disciplinary actions
• Perform the routing, planning, updating and/or tracking duties of orders and shipments
• Complete the analysis and resolution of carrier performance and compliance issues
• Track and trace shipments for customers to ensure on time, accurate and satisfactory deliveries; provide updates, as necessary
• Investigate and resolve issues submitted by customers, carriers and/or clients; provide follow-up and reporting as required
• Correctly maintain and generate required reports; properly process, audit and file various documentation

At a minimum, you'll need:

• 5 years of transportation or supply chain experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows applications with ability to create complex formulas in Excel

It'd be great if you also have:

• Bachelor's degree
• 1 year of supervisory experience
• Solid leadership and collaboration skills with experience effectively supervising, coaching, and influencing employees

This job requires the ability to:

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 25 lbs.
• Stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
• Tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments

Does this sound like you? Check out what else RXO has to offer.

Why Join Us:

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match

• Pre-tax accounts to help streamline eligible expenses

• Company-paid disability and life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Career and Leadership Development Programs

• Paid time off, company holidays, and volunteer days

Our Culture

Our values are the key to our unique culture and our ability to deliver for everyone we serve.

We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely and build strong relationships.

The Next Step
Ready to join our team? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out an application now and join our talent community to learn about future opportunities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job classification. Review RXO's candidate privacy statement here and RXO's Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants here.