Job Title: Transportation Trainer

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Pay Grade:  TR 3

Dept./School: Transportation

Revised: 4/20/26

Work Days Annual:  226

Funding:  Local

SALARY / WORK DAYS:   

Hourly pay range minimum is $20.20; pay based upon experience; will work 7.5 hours daily, normally work 226 days annually

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Primary Purpose

Coordinate, deliver, and maintain comprehensive training programs for all transportation staff, including drivers, monitors. Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and district regulations while promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• Valid Texas DPS School Bus Driver Certification
• Ability to obtain TAPT Driver Trainer Academy Certification
• Certified State School Bus Driver Instructor (preferred)
• American Red Cross Instructor (CPR) Certification (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and data management skills
• Proficient in keyboarding and computer applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of school transportation laws, regulations, and safety practices

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience driving school buses
• Clean driving record with no preventable accidents for the past three (3) years
• Prior school bus training experience (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Training & Development

• Provide training for new hires and district personnel, including coaches
• Develop and implement in-service and refresher training programs
• Retrain staff as needed based on performance, incidents, or compliance requirements
• Respond to inquiries related to training and certification

Driver Evaluation & Performance Monitoring

• Conduct evaluations of drivers and monitors on safety procedures and driving performance
• Conduct comprehensive driving evaluations for all new hires to ensure eligibility to operate district vehicles
• Analyze accidents and incidents to design and implement targeted retraining programs

Compliance & Record Management

• Maintain and report all Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) information in compliance with FMCSA requirements
• Maintain accurate records for all CDL and non-CDL personnel
• Track and monitor expiration dates for certifications, physicals, and licenses
• Conduct annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Clearinghouse checks
• Assist in preparing required reports, including TEA submissions as needed
• Stay current on laws, regulations, and best practices related to student transportation

Operations & Program Support

• Support department operations, including route coverage as needed
• Drive routes and serve as a substitute driver or monitor as needed
• Assist with data entry and general office operations

Staffing & Department Support

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new employees
• Attend meetings and represent the Transportation Department as requested
• Promote and enforce high standards of safety and workplace practices
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation/Assistant Director

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. 

Salary : $20 - $28