Safety and Training Instructor - Pos#30019827

School Bus Driver/Instructor

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, operates a school bus/van on designated routes; organizes and conducts classroom, behind-the-wheel, renewal, and in-service training for new and experienced drivers; schedules and conducts required training and drills for students; in the role as a driver instructor, assesses driver performance in accordance with California Highway Patrol (CHP) requirements; maintains liaison with the school bus representative of the CHP;

maintains records pertaining to driver qualifications.

Examples of Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct classroom, behind-the-wheel, and in-service training; instruct drivers in the performance of their duties; may instruct other employees in the use of district vehicles.
• Prepare and maintain pertinent driver records related to training and performance as required by regulations.
• Monitor compliance with applicable provisions of California Motor Vehicle Code and Education Code as related to driving and transporting of students.
• Assess bus stops and routes to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain daily routine records and reports including pre-trip form, trip sheets, mileage, student loads, and use of safety equipment and supplies.
• Review and assess driver knowledge and performance consistent with applicable codes and training.
• Maintain necessary records and advise the department supervisor on drivers' proficiency with specific vehicles.
• Instruct drivers, students, and others on proper bus behavior, emergency procedures, and use of special equipment.
• May be required to participate in emergency clean-up of hazardous material spills.
• Assist in the investigation of complaints and accidents.
• Attend meetings, conduct research, and engage in required activities necessary to understand and implement new laws, regulations, and training procedures; and to remain current as a certified instructor.
• May guide the work of other assigned support staff on vehicles regarding safety.
• Communicate with school staff and parents regarding pupil behavior as needed.
• Assists in routing, dispatching, and scheduling of busses as needed.
• Substitute as a Bus Driver I or Van Driver as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Guide Knowledge of:

• The provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children.
• General procedures relating to routing, scheduling and maintenance of transportation services.
• Prescribed safety processes and procedures related to the transportation of students.
• Record keeping techniques.
• Effective communication skills.
• Methods used in training of employees for operation of district vehicles.
• Proper operation of all district vehicles.
• Proper handling techniques of hazardous materials.
• First aid practices.

Ability to:

• Operate a school bus safely and efficiently.
• Learn a designated school bus route and alternative routes.
• Learn and carry out prescribed safety checks.
• Assess situations and ascertain proper action.
• Operate a two-way radio, wheelchair lift, and other special equipment as needed.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships and effective communication with those contacted in the course of work.
• Remain calm in a variety of situations.
• Schedule and conduct effective classroom, behind-the wheel, renewal, and in-service training programs for drivers and prospective drivers.
• Plan, implement and recommend enforcement procedures of a department safety program.
• Assess an individual's compliance with safety requirements orally and in writing as related to training needs and recommend corrective measures.
• Coordinate training schedules and assignments.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

Training/Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and five (5) years' experience as a school bus driver qualified to drive Type 1 and Type 2 buses; possession of a certificate of completion of California Department of Education School Bus Driver Instructor Program in all training components for training…