School Bus Driver Evaluator

Overview

Job Description - School Bus Driver Evaluator (252433)

Driver Evaluator

• Stand-alone CSCs – Reports to General Manager
• Regional Training Centers – Reports to Regional Training Manager

Middletown, OH; 2951 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd C/O DURHAM 6402;
Middletown 45044

Part-Time;
Non-Exempt;
Internal Position Only

• Drive and operate a school bus or other location-specific vehicle to provide home-to-school services, field trips, or charter trips on a fixed or changing route.
• Participate in onsite recruiting or job fairs, including assisting in the hiring cycle (application intake, screening applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews, administering physical performance testing, onboarding).
• Conduct and document required evaluations of new and existing drivers, classroom and behind-the-wheel training.
• Assist with maintaining driver files following company standards and best practices.
• Support company safety culture through participation in monthly safety meetings.
• Participate in the administration of customer safety awareness programs and company-sponsored safety programs.
• Assess employees' driving abilities and provide constructive feedback.
• May conduct retraining for drivers as initiated by the Customer Service Center.
• Maintain and conduct driver evaluations following company standards and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal driving regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in driving laws and best practices in driving education.
• Exhibit high ethical standards and personal integrity; report suspicious or inappropriate behavior to a supervisor or manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be 21 years of age or as required by state law.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in teaching or transportation is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years as a Commercial Driver License holder.
• Must possess all valid applicable state licenses and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, subject to random substance abuse screening under company policy.
• No moving violations or chargeable accidents on MVR within a 3-year history.
• Compliance with all applicable company, federal, state, county, district, and contract-specific driver requirements.
• Must meet company driver training, driver evaluator, and coaching standards.
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; well-developed written and verbal communication skills; basic math skills.
• Patience and ability to work with employees of varying skill levels.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and manage time effectively.
• Thorough knowledge of company regulations and state and federal laws relating to student transportation.
• Current DOT medical certification;
  First Aid certificate if required by state; and school bus driver’s certificate for applicable state.
• Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements required.
• Computer literacy with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other business applications.
• Ability to coach and mentor employees while fostering an environment that values input and feedback.
• Multi-tasking and time management skills to balance internal customer care demands.
• 2-3 years accident-free driving experience with the company; no confirmed customer complaints; no disciplinary action; and no attendance policy violations.

We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Employees may enroll in a retirement savings plan. Pay rate and terms vary by site and contract terms.

National Express is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected characteristics. All individuals are screened in accordance with company policy.