St. Louis, Missouri, United States · On-site
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Operations management, Team leadership, Performance management, Transportation operations, Logistics
Kansas City, Missouri, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$33/hr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Dispatching, Route management, Driver coordination, Emergency response, Logistics
United States · Remote OK
$53k–$63k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Customer Service, Inside Sales, Call Center Operations, CRM Systems, Quotation Management
Omaha, Nebraska, United States · On-site
$75k–$105k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Operations management, Team leadership, Performance management, Transportation operations, Staff scheduling
Spokane, Washington, United States · On-site
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Vehicle diagnostics, Preventive maintenance, Mechanical repair, Electrical systems troubleshooting, DOT compliance
United States · Remote OK
$95k–$125k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Proposal management, Project management, RFX compliance, Technical editing, Bid strategy
Howard County, Maryland, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$35/hr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Vehicle Diagnostics, Diesel Engine Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Electrical Troubleshooting, DOT Compliance
Roanoke, Virginia, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$33/hr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Dispatching, Route Management, Emergency Response, Driver Coordination, Microsoft Office
Howard County, Maryland, United States · On-site
$85k–$97k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: People Leadership, Operational Excellence, Performance Management, KPI Analysis, Scheduling
Redwood City, California, United States · Hybrid
$151k–$194k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Revenue Operations, Billing Operations, Contract-to-Billing Translation, People Management, NetSuite
Redwood City, California, United States · Hybrid
$111k–$141k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Accounts Receivable, Collections, Billing Operations, NetSuite, ERP
Seattle, Washington, United States · Remote OK
$102k–$129k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Collections, Accounts Receivable, Billing Operations, NetSuite, ERP
Seattle, Washington, United States · Remote OK
$139k–$178k/yr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Revenue Operations, Billing Operations, Contract-to-Billing Translation, People Management, NetSuite
Johnston, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
$34/hr–$37/hr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Vehicle Diagnostics, Electrical Repair, AC Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Diesel Engine Repair
Johnston, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
$40/hr–$43/hr
About Zūm: Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility ma…
Skills: Vehicle Diagnostics, Diesel Engine Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Electrical Troubleshooting, DOT Compliance
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The Operations Supervisor will oversee daily transportation operations, including scheduling, staffing, and route coordination to ensure operational excellence. They are also responsible for team leadership, performance management, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.
Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in operations management and supervisory leadership within fast-paced environments like transportation or logistics. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with strong organizational and communication skills.
Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility market – the largest segment of the mass mobility industry – Zūm CMX is transforming a daily source of anxiety and disruption into a reliable, transparent, and efficient mobility experience for students and families. Today, more than 6,500 schools rely on Zūm CMX. Recognized globally for its innovative approach and operational execution, Zūm has been named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Changemakers, the World Economic Forum, and the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies lists. Zūm is backed by leading investors including Sequoia Capital, GIC, TPG, and Softbank.
We're seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to support daily transportation operations at our St. Louis, MO location. Reporting directly to the Location Manager, you'll oversee front-line supervisory teams, ensure operational excellence, and drive performance across all key operational areas. This role is critical to maintaining service quality, team development, and customer satisfaction while supporting the location's strategic goals and growth initiatives.
You're a hands-on leader who thrives in the controlled chaos of daily operations. You know how to balance competing priorities without losing sight of safety, service quality, and team morale. You're a problem-solver who takes ownership and finds solutions rather than excuses. You build trust with your team through consistency, fairness, and genuine investment in their success. You're comfortable working in the field, whether coaching a supervisor through a tough conversation, troubleshooting a route issue, or jumping in to support operations when needed. You communicate clearly up, down, and across the organization, keeping everyone informed and aligned. You understand that operational excellence comes from empowering your team rather than micromanaging them, and you take pride in seeing your people grow and succeed.
\nResponsibilities:Oversee day-to-day transportation operations, including scheduling, staffing, route assignments, and field trip/charter coordination
Monitor and analyze operational KPIs using Zum's IT infrastructure, implementing corrective actions to exceed performance targets
Partner with the Location Manager to maintain operational readiness, respond to real-time challenges, and ensure facilities are organized, safe, and efficiently operated
Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to ensure fleet readiness and regulatory compliance while supporting budget management through monitoring of labor costs and operational expenses
Directly supervise and coach the staff, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development
Collaborate with HR, Recruiting, and Safety teams to execute hiring plans,maintain adequate staffing levels, and investigate and resolve employee concerns
Build a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement by conducting regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and development planning with direct reports
Identify and develop high-potential team members for advancement opportunities
Champion a behavioral safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of employees, students, and the community while ensuring compliance with all state, federal, DOT regulations, company policies, and customer contract requirements
Review incident reports, oversee accident/incident reporting procedures, and maintain accurate documentation
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers, ensuring service expectations are consistently met or exceeded
Respond promptly to customer inquiries, service issues, and operational concerns with professionalism and urgency while acting as an escalation point for problem resolution
2+ years of experience maintaining client relationships and managing accounts in an operational setting
2+ years of supervisory or people-leadership experience managing teams of 25+ employees in fast-paced, time-sensitive operational settings (e.g., transportation, field services, logistics, hospitality, or similar industries)
2+ years of experience managing day-to-day operations in complex, time-sensitive environments such as transportation, field services, logistics, hospitality, or similar industries
Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Business Management, Operations Management, or related field, or 4+ years of equivalent professional experience in operations leadership
Experience in a unionized environment and familiarity with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)
Experience in K-12 transportation or working with school district customers
Proficiency with transportation management systems, fleet management software, or operational IT platforms, and Microsoft or G Suite applications (Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc.)
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage concurrent priorities and deadlines
Demonstrated track record of developing direct reports and building high-performing supervisory teams
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
Zūm Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
A Connected Mobility Experience for school districts that delivers students on time and ready to learn.
Zūm has reimagined student transportation— managing every vehicle, driver, passenger, parent, and ride on a single platform. We’re growing fast and looking for super-smart folks motivated to fix the nation's largest mass transportation system and make a real difference for students, schools, drivers, parents and caregivers. If fixing an antiquated system hidden in plain sight excites you, drop us a note at [email protected] today.
Offices: 275 Shoreline Dr, Redwood City, California 94065, US
A Connected Mobility Experience for school districts that delivers students on time and ready to learn.
Zūm has reimagined student transportation— managing every vehicle, driver, passenger, parent, and ride on a single platform. We’re growing fast and looking for super-smart folks motivated to fix the nation's largest mass transportation system and make a real difference for students, schools, drivers, parents and caregivers. If fixing an antiquated system hidden in plain sight excites you, drop us a note at [email protected] today.
Offices: 275 Shoreline Dr, Redwood City, California 94065, US
