Transportation Trainer

Albany County School District 1•Laramie, WY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Transportation Trainer is done for the purpose of providing classroom instruction and behind the wheel training; addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; evaluating bus drivers' knowledge and skills; maintaining required documentation for audit in compliance with state certification and district/state/federal requirements; and transporting students over scheduled bus routes.

Requirements

Operating standard office equipment
Using pertinent software applications
Operating heavy and light duty vehicles
Preparing and maintaining accurate records
Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
Reading a variety of manuals
Writing documents following prescribed formats
Presenting information to others
Solving practical problems
Safe driving practices
Provisions of the motor vehicle code and the education code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting school students
State licensing requirements
Scheduling activities, meetings, and/or events
Gathering, collating, and/or classifying data
Considering a number of factors when using equipment
Independently working with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Working with data utilizing defined but different processes
Operating equipment using a variety of standardized methods
Working with a wide diversity of individuals
Working with similar types of data
Utilizing a variety of job-related equipment
Identifying issues and creating action plans
Independent interpretation of guidelines
Working under direct supervision using standardized routines
Providing information and/or advising others
Operating within a defined budget
High school diploma or equivalent
Training or coursework pertaining to school bus driver training and experience in the operation of a school bus
Drug and Alcohol Testing
Job-Related Skills Proficiency Test
Pre-employment Physical Exam
Physical Ability Test
Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (or above) w/Bus & Passenger Endorsement
CPR/FA/AED Certificates
School Bus Driver Training Certificate
Criminal Background Clearance
DOT Physical
10 Year Motor Vehicle Record

Nice To Haves

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Responsibilities

Attends safety meetings and training relating to State and District requirements for the purpose of presenting and/or acquiring information.
Conducts classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing and/or developing bus driver skills including Wyoming Department of Education Requirements.
Evaluates performance of bus drivers and applicants for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with state certification requirements.
Informs bus drivers and driver applicants (e.g. rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, requesting follow-up action and/or proper procedures.
Maintains manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. licensing, certificates, and medical expiration dates; cumulative hours, student behavior reports, mileage logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail.
Oversees bus driver licensing, training requirements and certificate status (e.g. driver's licenses, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements with all administrative, State and Federal requirements.
Performs functions of a school bus driver for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation service needs.
Prepares a variety of documents and reports (e.g. activity reports, training handouts, safety information guidelines, driver evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to bus drivers, other district personnel, and state officials, etc.
Processes documents and materials (e.g. citations, referrals, incident reports, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.