Training Coordinator

OVERVIEW OF KRAPF GROUP:

Krapf Group Vision: Provide the best passenger transportation anytime, anywhere. Krapf is serious about service and safety. We are one of the largest private, family-owned school bus contractors in the U.S. In addition, Krapf has transit, paratransit and charter lines of business. Founded in 1942 with two employees, Krapf has grown to thousands of employees in multiple states. Krapf Corporate Headquarters is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This office and field position is a full-time position within the company. The Training Coordinator provides training leadership in accordance with state-mandated and company-based in a classroom/vehicle setting for Trainers and Trainees at a given location(s). Training is in compliance with federal and state requirements and includes skills training in driving techniques and safety training for all new driver applicants and current employees. The position will be involved in student transportation, as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct driver applicants and current employees in classroom instruction, bus driving techniques and safety in compliance with regulatory and company specific requirements for CDL and endorsements
• Documentation of training schedules, driver applicants and current trainees progress and problems on appropriate forms
• Manage and schedule trainer activities
• Conduct/Assist in driver recertification as needed for classroom/skills/behind-the-wheel
• Coordinate safety remediation and advice in assessment for current drivers with training required and scheduling of trainers
• Conduct refresher training to current employees
• Coordinate training needs with other company locations/divisions
• Available to travel and meet training needs at other Krapf locations as required
• Participate in biennial self-audit road tests
• Conduct evaluations on trainers, address issues and work on an improvement/Coaching plan
• Maintain a current school bus training certificate and attend State DOT required meetings
• Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting DOT and School bus instruction
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned
• Report to Training Supervisor/Manager of any training department changes, problems or concerns
• Perform Trainer evaluations and use as a coaching opportunity /or address training issues
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by Training Supervisor/ Manager

DIRECT REPORTS:

• Instructors assigned at the location of the Training Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of CDL driving experience or equivalent vehicle knowledge in the state of Delaware
• State Certified School Bus Instructor, preferred
• Proven classroom/vehicle training experience, preferred
• Required to obtain state related certifications based on company need
• Valid CDL License – With a School Bus/Passenger endorsement and with no Airbrake restriction
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively in a classroom setting, before groups of customers or employees of Krapf
• Must be able to complete all levels of training with any applicant/employee
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team
• Integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Must be able to read traffic signals and signs, maps and schedules

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to safely operate large commercial vehicles
• Must meet physical qualifications for DOT and School Bus with or without state approved waivers
• Ability to sit for 4-6 hours per day
• Must be able to hear all general traffic conditions, traffic signals, emergency vehicles and monitoring and using vehicle communication equipment
• Repetitive use of hands, arms and legs for operating vehicle controls
• Must have full range of motion for safe operation of commercial vehicles
• Ability to climb steps of bus and sufficient mobility to access vehicle emergency exits
• Ability to reach overhead & to shoulder height and to push/pull to clear vehicle of ice and snow
• Ability to bend and stoop to conduct vehicle inspections
• Ability to push & pull with up to 35 lbs. of force

SAFETY SENSITIVE STATUS:

• This job is considered Safety-Sensitive and incumbents are subject to random substance, drug and alcohol testing.

This job description supersedes all previous job descriptions and like documents. This job description is summarized in general terms and may not include all job responsibilities related to the position. Krapf reserves the right to interpret, clarify or make changes or revisions to this job description as specific situations warrant.

EOE

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