School Bus Driver Evaluator

National Express • Ottumwa, IA

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About The Position

The School Bus Driver Evaluator is responsible for documenting driver competency levels using company established standards to determine whether the Driver meets standard capabilities, while identifying a Driver’s developmental needs. The Driver Evaluator will promote safety and ensure Drivers adhere to company best practices. This role will have knowledge of driver education and safe driving practices. Driver Evaluators mainly drive home-to-school routes and also assess driver skills as part of the company's safety program. Will provide transportation service by operating a company asset vehicle on a fixed or changing route.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or age 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 license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be 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 standards, company driver evaluator standards, and company driver 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 the ability to work with employees of varying skill levels.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and manage time effectively.
• Thorough knowledge of Company regulations; 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 skills including strong working knowledge of MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and other business applications.
• Ability to coach and mentor employees while creating an environment that encourages, and values input and feedback.
• Multi-tasking and time management skills to balance conflicting demands related to internal customer care.
• 2-3 years accident-free driving experience with Summit; no confirmed customer complaints; no disciplinary action; and no attendance policy violations

Nice To Haves

• additional education in teaching or transportation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a school bus or any 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 onsite job fairs, which includes but not limited to, assisting in the hiring cycle (application intake, screening applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews, administering physical performance testing, new hire onboarding).
• Conducts and documents required evaluations of new and existing drivers, classroom and behind the wheel training.
• Assists 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 when initiated by the Customer Service Center.
• Maintain and conduct driver evaluations following company best practices and standards.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal driving regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in driving laws and best practices in driving education.
• Exhibit the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; shares concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with their supervisor or manager
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual.
• Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED