Bus Driver Trainer

Bus Driver Trainer

Job : 5657205
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Bus Driver Trainer Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Transportation Safety Coordinator

Dept./School: Transportation Date Revised: 02/2019

Participate in the employee training activities of the Transportation department to ensure that employees are optimally trained to operate a district school bus and adequately serve the transportation needs of the students.

Education/Certification:

• Minimum of High School Diploma required
• Acquire and/or maintain Specialist level certification or greater through Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT Trainer preferred)
• Must pass DOT physicals and alcohol/drug tests
• Acceptable driving record in accordance with DPS standards
• Acceptable criminal history record
• Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training Certificate or a valid Enrollment Certificate
• Completion (within six months) of TEEX Train the Trainer class

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedures and ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to safely operate a school bus
• Effective telephone and communications skills
• Working knowledge of office equipment, such as copiers, scanners, fax, and computers
• Knowledge of multi-line phone system
• Proficient map reading skills
• Ability to maintain good relationship with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD staff (supervisors, fellow employees, coaches, principals, etc.) and ensure positive interactions with all patrons and public
• Flexible and open to changes
• Detail oriented
• Maintain an orderly work environment
• Conduct accident retraining
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality

Experience:

• At least 3 years school transportation experience

• Maintains the transportation training program that is in compliance with DOT, DPS, TEA, and GCISD regulations, policies, and procedures. Ensures all employees are trained on all aspects of the program.
• Makes presentations during driver in-service training and small group meetings and assists in department-wide staff development programs as needed.
• Makes school bus safety presentations to schools, as requested.
• Assist in school bus emergency evacuation training.
• Serves as focal point to in-process new employees for the department.
• Confers and cooperates with other management personnel in formulating administrative and operational policies and procedures.
• Serve as a substitute bus driver or monitor as needed, performs duties and functions of these positions and maintains all licenses and certifications required to perform these duties.
• Attends conferences and meetings (both in and outside the District) to enhance professional development and growth.
• Perform behind-the-wheel evaluations of all drivers and random field observations, as necessary.
• Perform post-accident training according to the Accident Committee findings.
• Coordinate training for Emergency Drivers and Defensive Driving for white-fleet drivers.
• Construct and maintain a school bus road‑e‑o course and serve as participant and/or trainer for annual competitions.

School bus or van, wheelchair lift, locks, seatbelts, harnesses, car seats, special adaptive equipment, safety flares/reflective signs, fire extinguisher, seat belts, car seats, broom, two‑way radio, computer.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control. Sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions; pushing, pulling, moderate lifting. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes. Ability to lift or drag 25‑40 pounds in an emergency.

Position Type: Full‑Time

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