Driver Trainer, Transportation Department

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.

2. Must be at least 18 years of age.

3. Possess a clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.

4. Minimum of two (2) years' experience as a certified school bus driver.

5. Ability to deliver school bus driver training (Class A, Class B, and Special Needs) to adult learners using a variety of teaching methods.

6. Ability to teach behind-the-wheel training to prospective drivers using a variety of teaching methods.

7. Third-party tester certification preferred, or the ability to become a third-party tester through DPS.

8. School bus driver certification instructor preferred, or the ability to become a school bus driver certified instructor through Region IV.

9. Ability to read and implement documents including policies and procedures manuals.

10.Ability to receive and give written and verbal instructions in a professional manner.

11.Effective and professional communication and interaction skills/abilities.

12.Ability to serve as role model at all times.

13.Ability to safely operate a school bus.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

261 days

SALARY/PAYGRADE:

$18.28/HS7

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Provide training and retraining to new hires/trainees, bus drivers and attendants on the bus, behind- the- wheel, and in the classroom.

* Effectively and professionally convey district, state, and federal policies, procedures, practices, and laws governing the transportation of students, including those with disabilities.

* Evaluate trainees on all aspects of transporting students during the training process.

* Serve as a substitute driver/attendant on routes as needed.

* Maintain records and files and prepare reports relative to training bus drivers, including but not limited to timesheets, individual training hours, and mileage.

* Assign trainees to appropriate personnel.

* Teach, model, and evaluate effective student management techniques.

* Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Maintain emotional control. Clear speech. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, and vehicle fumes.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Fernando Zambrano, Assistant Director

Human Resources - Transportation Dept.

Phone:

Email:

Final date to receive applications:

Until filled

Applications will be reviewed

Not all applicants will be interviewed

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