Assistant Operations Manager Jobs in California
Assistant Operations Manager jobs in California are among the most actively posted operations roles in the country, concentrated in logistics and supply chain, retail and e-commerce fulfillment, healthcare administration, and technology services, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinators stepping up to seasoned team leads. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers like Amazon, Kaiser Permanente, and Target maintain major California operations and consistently recruit for this role. The most in-demand specialties are warehouse and distribution operations, healthcare operations support, and multi-site retail management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Transdev is proud to offer:
Non-CBA Position:
- Competitive compensation package of minimum $68,000 – Maximum $84,000
Benefits include:
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick days: 5 days
- Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
- Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all dispatchers fulfill the obligations of their job description.
- Ensure that all dispatchers display the maturity and professionalism that is expected not only under Transdev policy, but also in deference to our position as guests in our client's facility.
- Conduct ongoing training to ensure dispatcher compliance to company needs.
- Ensure that all stations and functions are continuously manned (coordinates breaks and assigns replacement personnel as necessary).
- Ensure that all routes lunch on time and remain on time.
- Monitor activity on the Call Manager to ensure that dispatchers are responding to inbound calls promptly.
- Monitor AVL screen to ensure that dispatchers identify and compensate for late running routes.
- Notify all appropriate management personnel of all incidents and accidents.
- Ensure that standby personnel are accounted for and utilized appropriately.
- Refer disciplinary matters to appropriate operations or human resources personnel.
- Counsel employees and refer payroll or other administrative issues to appropriate management personnel.
- Interface with Maintenance Department at Provider offices to accomplish roadside assistance.
- Interface with Safety Department, and Operation Department to fully document incidents and accidents via Accident/Incident Notification Forms.
- Troubleshoot technical problems with GPS or cellular communication equipment (Client and Transdev IT Department).
- Supervises A.M./P.M. sign in boards to ensure all routes run on time.
- Monitors radio communications. Ensures that delays in service are recorded and communicated to the customer. In addition, makes sure all accidents or breakdowns are handled appropriately.
- Monitor’s operator absence and tardiness. Initiates appropriate disciplinary action in a manner consistent with company/location policy.
- Is available at the dispatch counter to assist operators with questions or problems. Supervises the communication of operator concerns or route changes with the Customer.
- Monitors the master sign in sheets and equipment list to make sure all operator changes, equipment changes, and report times are current and accurate.
- Any other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will possess a minimum of a high school diploma (or GED equivalent) with some college preferred and at least three years prior experience in either dispatch or supervision, preferably in a Fixed Route and Paratransit environment using computerized scheduling and dispatching functions. Strong knowledge of the service area (Vallejo Area). Must be dependable and have reliable transportation to work. Must be computer literate and functional with the English language in both written and verbal forms. Written communication is especially important for this position because of the numerous reporting requirements. Must be able to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and always communicate with professionalism and courtesy.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
- 100% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
- Work is accomplished at a workstation or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone, headset, and computer.
- Work environments are generally noisy, and the employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
ABOUT TRANSDEV
Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities.
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.
EEO is the Law Poster: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm
Drug free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
JOB CATEGORY: General Managers / Asst General Managers / Ops Managers
JOB TYPE: Full Time
REQ ID: 8251
PAY GROUP: 7XY
COST CENTER: 590
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.
INTRODUCTION
Transdev is proud to offer:
Non-CBA Position:
- Competitive compensation package of minimum $68,000 – Maximum $84,000
Benefits include:
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick days: 5 days
- Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
- Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all dispatchers fulfill the obligations of their job description.
- Ensure that all dispatchers display the maturity and professionalism that is expected not only under Transdev policy, but also in deference to our position as guests in our client's facility.
- Conduct ongoing training to ensure dispatcher compliance to company needs.
- Ensure that all stations and functions are continuously manned (coordinates breaks and assigns replacement personnel as necessary).
- Ensure that all routes lunch on time and remain on time.
- Monitor activity on the Call Manager to ensure that dispatchers are responding to inbound calls promptly.
- Monitor AVL screen to ensure that dispatchers identify and compensate for late running routes.
- Notify all appropriate management personnel of all incidents and accidents.
- Ensure that standby personnel are accounted for and utilized appropriately.
- Refer disciplinary matters to appropriate operations or human resources personnel.
- Counsel employees and refer payroll or other administrative issues to appropriate management personnel.
- Interface with Maintenance Department at Provider offices to accomplish roadside assistance.
- Interface with Safety Department, and Operation Department to fully document incidents and accidents via Accident/Incident Notification Forms.
- Troubleshoot technical problems with GPS or cellular communication equipment (Client and Transdev IT Department).
- Supervises A.M./P.M. sign in boards to ensure all routes run on time.
- Monitors radio communications. Ensures that delays in service are recorded and communicated to the customer. In addition, makes sure all accidents or breakdowns are handled appropriately.
- Monitor’s operator absence and tardiness. Initiates appropriate disciplinary action in a manner consistent with company/location policy.
- Is available at the dispatch counter to assist operators with questions or problems. Supervises the communication of operator concerns or route changes with the Customer.
- Monitors the master sign in sheets and equipment list to make sure all operator changes, equipment changes, and report times are current and accurate.
- Any other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will possess a minimum of a high school diploma (or GED equivalent) with some college preferred and at least three years prior experience in either dispatch or supervision, preferably in a Fixed Route and Paratransit environment using computerized scheduling and dispatching functions. Strong knowledge of the service area (Vallejo Area). Must be dependable and have reliable transportation to work. Must be computer literate and functional with the English language in both written and verbal forms. Written communication is especially important for this position because of the numerous reporting requirements. Must be able to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and always communicate with professionalism and courtesy.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
- 100% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
- Work is accomplished at a workstation or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone, headset, and computer.
- Work environments are generally noisy, and the employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
ABOUT TRANSDEV
Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities.
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.
EEO is the Law Poster: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm
Drug free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
JOB CATEGORY: General Managers / Asst General Managers / Ops Managers
JOB TYPE: Full Time
REQ ID: 8251
PAY GROUP: 7XY
COST CENTER: 590
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.
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Assistant Operations Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Finish Line101
- KFC19
- Wendy's18
- Gap8
- Jack in the Box7
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail124
- Food & Beverage33
- Hospitality & Tourism23
- Animal Care & Pet Services5
- Automotive4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant operations manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a closely related field
- Two or more years of supervisory or team lead experience in an operations environment
- Demonstrated experience with inventory management systems or enterprise resource planning software
- Proven ability to analyze operational data and implement process improvements across departments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination with vendors and staff
- Familiarity with California labor law requirements, including scheduling, break compliance, and overtime rules
Assistant Operations Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant operations manager in California?
Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, supply chain, or a related field, combined with hands-on experience in an operational setting. There is no state-issued license specific to this role, but California's competitive market means employers look closely at experience with multi-site coordination, ERP systems, and direct supervisory responsibility. Industries like healthcare operations may additionally value familiarity with California Department of Public Health compliance requirements and Joint Commission standards.
How much do assistant operations managers make in California?
Assistant operations managers in California earn a median of about $124,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,370 for the lowest 10% to over $293,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire assistant operations managers in California?
Employers hiring assistant operations managers in California right now include Finish Line, KFC, and Wendy's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's size and industry diversity mean openings appear across logistics providers, large retail chains, hospital systems, and tech-sector operations teams throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most assistant operations manager jobs?
San Diego, Sacramento, and San Francisco have the most assistant operations manager openings in California. Los Angeles anchors the list through its massive retail, entertainment, and logistics industries, while the San Francisco Bay Area draws heavily from tech and healthcare operations, and San Diego's defense contracting, biotech, and port activity create steady demand for operations leadership across those sectors.
Are there remote assistant operations manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're relatively limited. About 1% of assistant operations manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's frequent need for on-site presence to oversee staff, inventory, and facilities. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are administrative reporting, vendor communication, scheduling, and data analysis tasks.
How can I get hired as a assistant operations manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from an operations coordinator, shift supervisor, or team lead role within a California employer that promotes internally. Large California logistics operators, Kaiser Permanente, and major retail chains like Target and Amazon run structured advancement programs that place strong performers in assistant manager tracks without requiring years of prior management experience. Building familiarity with lean operations principles, earning a certificate in project management or supply chain, and demonstrating on-the-job process improvement results accelerate the transition considerably.
Where can I find and apply to assistant operations manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to assistant operations manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to view and apply to open positions.
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