Trainer/Instructor - Transportation
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Transportation
Job Posting
Title:
Trainer / Instructor
- Transportation
Provide classroom and hands-on training addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; evaluate bus drivers and transportation educational assistants (TEA) on their knowledge and skills; maintain required documentation for audit and compliance with state, federal, and district requirements, and transporting students. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
ESSENTIALPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
- Frequent sitting and standing
- Occasional bending and squatting
- Heavy duty and light duty vehicles, including all types of buses
- Duties will require work to be done outside in the elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.)
Note:
Must complete ELDT Instructor certification, First Aid instructor certification, and Crisis Prevention instructor certification within 5 months of hire.
Attend safety meetings and training relating to State, Federal, and district requirements for the purposes of presenting and/or acquiring information
Schedule training and testing
Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing information for follow up action and/or proper procedures
Evaluate performance of bus drivers and TEA’s for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with state, federal, and district requirements
Oversee bus driver licensing, training, and certificate status (drivers’ license, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, CPI etc.)
Perform functions of a school bus driver and/or TEA for the purpose of meeting the district’s transportation needs
Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing, and/or developing bus driver and TEA skills
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Prepare a variety of written materials (activity reports, training handouts, safety information guideline, driver evaluations, etc.)
Maintain current knowledge of all FMCSR CDL rules and regulations
Certifications:3rd Party CDL tester and/or Federally Certified Trainer (within first year of employment) - Colorado, Commercial Driver License (CDL) A or B with P,S Endorsements
- Colorado, CPI Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Certification
- Colorado, First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado
High School or Equivalent (Required)
Skills:Ability to create and present materials to large audiences., Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, and/or ratios, Current Colorado CDL (Class A or
B) with P&S endorsements, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Google Workspace proficiency, Maintains a generally positive attitude., Observes all District policies and procedures., Operating heavy and light duty vehicles, Preparing and maintaining accurate records, Recent (within last five years) bus driving experience - two (2) or more years., Strong organizational and time management skills, Third Party Tester certification, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Regular
PrimaryLocation:
East Transportation
One Year Only (Yes or No):No
Scheduled Hours Per Week:40
FTE:1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:260 Work Days
- (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
$27.36 USD Hourly
Maximum Hire Rate:$37.01 USD Hourly
Full Salary Range:$27.36 USD - $46.65 USD Hourly
- All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457…
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