Driver Instructor

Summit LLC•Jefferson Hills, PA

31d

About The Position

The School Bus Driver Instructor implements the company’s established school bus training program. The role requires knowledge of driver education and safe driving practices, along with the ability and motivation to teach in a classroom setting. The instructor trains new and existing drivers, conducts driving tests, and ensures drivers meet required road-safety standards. The instructor provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, assesses driving abilities, prepares employees for written and practical exams, and maintains training records. The role also supports safety programs, conducts retraining when requested by a Customer Service Center, and collaborates with instructors and staff to improve training programs. The position pays $25.00 per hour. Durham School Services offers medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, PTO accrual, and access to a retirement savings plan.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years as a Commercial Driver License holder.
Required experience as a trainer in the school bus transportation industry.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Driving-instructor certification if required by the state.
Strong knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with people of varied backgrounds.
Patience and ability to work with students of varying skill levels.
Ability to maintain detailed records and manage time effectively.
Thorough knowledge of company regulations and state and federal transportation laws.
Current DOT medical certification; First Aid certificate if required by the state; and a school bus driver’s certificate for applicable states.
Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and basic math skills.
Knowledge of adult training techniques.
Computer literacy and strong working knowledge of MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and transportation-related software.
Ability to coach and mentor employees while encouraging and valuing input and feedback.
Multitasking, time-management, and priority-management skills to balance competing internal-customer-care demands.

Nice To Haves

Additional education in teaching or transportation.

Responsibilities

Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training sessions for new drivers.
Teach employees road rules, defensive driving techniques, and vehicle operation.
Assess employees’ driving abilities and provide constructive feedback.
Prepare employees for written and practical driving exams.
Maintain accurate records of employee progress and training activities.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal driving regulations.
Stay informed about changes in driving laws and driver-education best practices.
Provide additional training to drivers who need to improve their skills.
Collaborate with other instructors and staff to improve training programs.
Participate in monthly safety meetings.
Participate in administering customer safety-awareness programs and company-sponsored safety programs.
Conduct driver retraining when initiated by the Customer Service Center.
Follow ethical best practices and personal-integrity standards, and report concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior to a supervisor or manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.