Transit Trainer

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transit Trainer trains budgeted and student transit drivers through Phases I, II, and III, and supports daily campus transit operations. The role assists with coordinating drivers, trainees, and buses, and helps customers with questions about the transit system. It includes field training and evaluation, office-based recordkeeping and training-material development, and monitoring and reporting conditions that may affect transit service. The position is required to drive and assist in transit operations as needed, including driving state vehicles around campus. It is security-sensitive, subject to Department of Transportation regulations and random drug and alcohol testing, and considered essential during declared University emergencies, campus closures, or class cancellations. Saturday home football game work is required as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle requiring a B Class CDL or higher, or 2 years of experience as a behind-the-wheel instructor.
Valid vehicle operator’s license and a good driving record.
Must be able to obtain a State of Texas Class B commercial driver’s license with passenger and air brakes endorsements within 60 days of employment.
Ability to operate several types of buses and vans and maneuver safely in congested traffic and adverse weather and road conditions.
High degree of mental concentration and independent judgment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Computer experience.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to stand for long periods and walk up to a half-mile unassisted between bus assignments.
Ability to bend and stoop for pre-trip bus inspections, kneel to secure wheelchairs, and climb limited stairs onto high-floor buses.
Ability to lift and move medium-weight objects and assist or move people with disabilities as they board or exit buses and other campus vehicles.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, and heat.
Must comply with applicable state and federal laws and codes and Texas A&M University System and University policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.
Must perform job responsibilities safely and comply with System and University safety requirements.
Must drive state vehicles to various parts of campus.
Must work Saturday home football games as needed.
Must participate in the DOT-regulated random drug and alcohol testing pool.

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement.

Responsibilities

Assist with all aspects of training budgeted and student drivers in Phases I, II, and III, including safe vehicle operation, route operations, and service delivery according to the published schedule.
Prepare drivers for the DPS skills and driving test required for their license.
Write evaluations and provide feedback to trainees after each training shift.
Recommend whether trainees should advance in training or need retraining; perform retraining as directed and conduct driver ride checks as assigned.
Help trainees and customers with questions about routes, procedures, and operations.
Monitor trainees and drivers for compliance with state laws, University rules, departmental and unit policies, and expectations.
Serve as a driver and assist with transit operations as needed.
Enter trainee progress, training history, reports, and other required records and documents.
Recommend improvements to the training program, training materials, and training efficiency; assist with producing and revising training manuals and materials.
Observe and report traffic and other conditions that may affect service, including missing bus stop signs, trees requiring trimming, and poor road conditions.
Monitor customer-service effectiveness and operational soundness and recommend improvements.
Represent the department to internal and external customers by supporting Aggie Core Values and providing courteous, responsive, quality service.
Maintain timely completion of required University training, approve time worked, request leave, read and respond to email, and review department intranet information.
Perform assigned work safely, use personal protective equipment as appropriate or instructed, and promptly report unsafe actions or conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned.