School Bus Driver Evaluator

National Express•Antioch, TN

15d

About The Position

The School Bus Driver Evaluator documents driver competency using company-established standards, determines whether drivers meet standard capabilities, and identifies developmental needs. The role promotes safety and adherence to company best practices, drawing on knowledge of driver education and safe driving practices. Evaluators mainly drive home-to-school routes and assess driver skills as part of the company’s safety program. They also provide transportation by operating a company vehicle on fixed or changing routes, including for home-to-school service, field trips, or charter trips. This is a part-time, non-exempt internal position. For standalone CSCs, the role reports to the General Manager; for Regional Training Centers, it reports to the Regional Training Manager. Location is TBD.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old or meet the age required by state law.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years as a Commercial Driver License holder.
Valid applicable state licenses and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
Meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance-abuse screening; the position is subject to random substance-abuse screening under company policy.
No moving violations or chargeable accidents on the motor vehicle record within the past 3 years.
Comply with applicable company, federal, state, county, district, and contract-specific driver requirements.
Meet company driver training, driver evaluator, and driver coaching standards.
Strong knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including 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 the state; and applicable state school bus driver certificate.
Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.
Computer literacy, including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and other business applications.
Ability to coach and mentor employees while encouraging and valuing input and feedback.
Multitasking and time-management skills to balance conflicting internal customer-care demands.
2–3 years of 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.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate a school bus or other location-specific vehicle for home-to-school service, field trips, or charter trips on a fixed or changing route.
Participate in onsite recruiting and job fairs, including assisting with application intake, applicant screening, interview scheduling and conducting, physical performance testing, and new-hire onboarding.
Conduct and document required evaluations of new and existing drivers, including classroom and behind-the-wheel training.
Assist with maintaining driver files according to company standards and best practices.
Support the company safety culture by participating in monthly safety meetings.
Participate in administering customer safety awareness programs and company-sponsored safety programs.
Assess employees’ driving abilities and provide constructive feedback.
Conduct driver retraining when initiated by the Customer Service Center.
Maintain and conduct driver evaluations according to 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 driver education.
Demonstrate high ethical standards and personal integrity, and share concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with a supervisor or manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.