Billy Grice

Billy began his career in transportation in 1996 after taking a job as a vehicle operatorVehicle operators are the critical interface to passengers and must appropriately represent MV and its client. The primary responsibility of the vehicle operator is to transport customers while adhering to safety regulations, traffic laws, operating policy, and scheduled time points. Fixed route operators are trained in the system’s routes, and must be fluent in providing information regarding major stops, transfer points, and schedule information. Paratransit operators are provided strict training in ADA regulation and are specially trained in passenger handling and those disabilities which may prevent a passenger from riding paratransit. in Louisville, KY.  He was later promoted to the role of classroom trainerThe classroom trainer administers MV’s operator training program to new vehicle operators. This position also provides refresher and post-incident retraining to existing operators as needed. MV’s operator training is a video-based system that uses adult learning techniques. It focuses on accountability and personal responsibility, delivering safe, confident vehicle operators and highly satisfied passengers. / road supervisorRoad supervisors are in-field personnel who monitor vehicles in service. This position responds to service incidents, including accidents, passenger disruptions, and vehicle breakdowns, to support the operator and recover service quickly. Road supervisors perform operator evaluations to ensure procedures are being followed properly. for Laidlaw Transit Services.

When MV was awarded its contract in Louisville with the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) and replaced Laidlaw, the company immediately extended offers to the existing employees who met its rigorous qualifications process.  Billy was qualified and hired during the transition to continue his role as classroom trainerThe classroom trainer administers MV’s operator training program to new vehicle operators. This position also provides refresher and post-incident retraining to existing operators as needed. MV’s operator training is a video-based system that uses adult learning techniques. It focuses on accountability and personal responsibility, delivering safe, confident vehicle operators and highly satisfied passengers. / road supervisorRoad supervisors are in-field personnel who monitor vehicles in service. This position responds to service incidents, including accidents, passenger disruptions, and vehicle breakdowns, to support the operator and recover service quickly. Road supervisors perform operator evaluations to ensure procedures are being followed properly..

During his tenure in TARC Billy maintained a record of exemplary performance, and his proficiency in his job was recognized.  In 2008 he was offered a new position leading all of MV’s safety and training activities in Indianapolis, Indiana.  He accepted the offer and now serves as MV’s safety training managerThe safety and training manager oversees the safety and training-related activities of the operating location. This person is responsible for ensuring effective training of MV’s team and the safe operation of all service, equipment, and facilities. The responsibilities of the safety training manager include scheduling training and retraining classes, holding safety meetings, performing safety inspections, and administering MV’s FTA and DOT-compliant drug and alcohol program. This position is a critical leader in MV’s regulatory compliance, and serves as the company’s safety and security liaison to the local community. for its contract with the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (IndyGo).