Transportation​/CDL Driver Trainer

Position: Transportation/ CDL Driver Trainer
Job Description:

Transportation Driver Trainer

Job Title:

Driver Trainer

Duty Days:

226

Reports to:

Director of Transportation

Pay Grade:

Bus Driver + (.50)

Dept/School:

Transportation

Pay

Schedule:

Auxiliary

Wage/Hour:

Non-Exempt

Date Revised:

9/2020

Primary Purpose

Implement and oversee the student safety program for Waxahachie ISD Transportation

Qualifications

Education/Certification

* Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class

B) with passenger and school bus endorsements

* TAPT Official Certification (preferred)

* TEEX Train the trainer school bus driver instructor certified or within 90 days of hire

Special Knowledge/Skills

* Effective telephone and communication skills

* Ability to receive and give verbal instructions effectively

* Ability to pass alcohol, drug test, and DOT physical

* Proficient map reading skills

* Knowledge in the use of Excel, Word and internet

* Knowledge of student discipline procedure

* Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others

Experience

* Experience as certified school bus driver a plus

* If no experience, must be able to obtain a CDL

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Essential Functions

* Coordinate and schedules assignments of bus drivers, bus routes, vehicles, and substitutes for am, midday and pm shifts

* Dispatch drivers and vehicles and communicate with them using a telephone and two-way radio

* Notify drivers, parents, and school personnel of any changes in a student's bus service; (i.e. an address change, change in pick-up and drop-off location, change in time or bus change)

* Maintain good public relations with students, parents and school personnel

* Interact with special program administrators and school officials concerning transportation of special education students

* Process student behavioral/safety referrals the day referral is generated

* Investigate reports of student safety incidents through conference with students, parents, drivers and campus administrators as necessary

* Assess reported student safety incidents and take necessary corrective action to include appropriate student discipline, for driver/monitor counseling refer to all to supervisor of drivers/monitors

* Coordinate school bus driver/monitor safety/evacuation training

* Support the District and Transportation Department through strong work ethic and punctual attendance

* All other duties as assigned

Records Maintenance

* Maintain mileage records on all bus routes and travel

* Maintain log book and record student head count to facilitate writing copying and distribution of change notices to transportation personnel, parents and schools

* Keep a log book and record all special education two-way radio transmissions

* Maintain records on all drivers including extracurricular drivers pertaining to physical, driver certification and license check

* Maintain logs on communication with pertinent personnel regarding confirmations, cancellations, and changes

Vehicle Operation

* Serve as substitute bus driver

Student Management

* Supervisor students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street

* Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations

Safety

* Fire extinguisher usage training

* CPR certified

* Heimlich maneuver training

Professional Conduct

* Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures

* Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations

* Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality

* Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly

* Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel

Other

* Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office

* Work irregular hours as needed

* Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification

* Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

* None

Equipment Used

* Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares; reflective signs; fire extinguisher.

Posture:
Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; prolonged driving; moderate walking, climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting:
Limited light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment:
Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress