Job Title: Transportation Trainer

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Pay Grade:  TR 3

Dept./School: Transportation

Revised: 7/2/24

Work Days Annual:  226

Funding:  Local

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Primary Purpose: Maintain training records and provide training to all drivers in the district.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to obtain a Texas Class B CDL
• Must be able to obtain a DPS Texas School Bus Driver Certification
• Must be able to obtain the TAPT Certification of Pupil Transportation Specialist
• Certified State School Bus Certification Instructor (preferred)
• Certified American Red Cross Instructor (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with others

Experience:

• Five years experience with School Transportation

Records, Reports, and Correspondence

1. Maintain records of all drivers both CDL and non CDL. including when each driver needs to be recertified.
2. Track expirations of Certification, Physicals, Commercial Drivers license to insure eligibility.
3. Run Motor Vehicle Records and Clearing House records a minimum of once per year.
4. Provide training to obtain CDL license and endorsements for all new hires and district coaches.
5. Check out all CDL licensed new hires and district coaches to ensure their eligibility to operate district buses.
6. Retrain drivers and other employees as needed.
7. Evaluate all auxiliary and regular drivers on safety and driving techniques.
8. Know current laws regarding school bus driving and stay abreast of any changes.
9. Teach and practice school bus safety. Train drivers in proper school bus evacuation procedures.
10. Schedule new hires for training and complete new hire paperwork packet.
11. Continually suggest or recommend to the director/assistant director of transportation any safety ideas which may improve the operation of the department.
12. Assist in the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of the transportation program to meet the requirements of the Waller ISD.
13. Assist in the establishment of and conducting in-service training and retraining programs for all employees.
14. Promote high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in all work connected areas.
15. Answer telephone calls and inquiries concerning training.
16. Drive routes in emergency situations.
17. Assist in preparation of annual TEA reports.

Data Entry

1. Assist in the computer operation in the department

Other

1. Attend meetings as a representative for the Transportation Department when requested by the Director of Transportation. 
2. Serve as a substitute bus driver and/or monitor as needed.
3. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

General Employee Requirements:

• Quality of Work – complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.       
• Quantity of Work – demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.     
• Work Habits – display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.        
• Communication – communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.        
• Dependability – adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow-through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.      
• Cooperation – work well with co-workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.  
• Initiative – seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.        
• Adaptability – adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.        
• Judgment – effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.        
• Attendance – attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.   
• Punctuality – arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements        

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; prolonged driving; moderate walking, climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.