Transportation/ CDL Driver Trainer

Primary Purpose

Implement and oversee the student safety program for Waxahachie ISD Transportation

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B) with passenger and school bus endorsements
• TAPT Official Certification (preferred)
TEEX Train the trainer school bus driver instructor certified or within 90 days of hire

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Effective telephone and communication skills
• Ability to receive and give verbal instructions effectively
• Ability to pass alcohol, drug test, and DOT physical
• Proficient map reading skills
• Knowledge in the use of Excel, Word and internet
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure
Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others

Experience

• Experience as certified school bus driver a plus
If no experience, must be able to obtain a CDL

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and schedules assignments of bus drivers, bus routes, vehicles, and substitutes for am, midday and pm shifts
• Dispatch drivers and vehicles and communicate with them using a telephone and two-way radio
• Notify drivers, parents, and school personnel of any changes in a student’s bus service; (i.e. an address change, change in pick-up and drop-off location, change in time or bus change)
• Maintain good public relations with students, parents and school personnel
• Interact with special program administrators and school officials concerning transportation of special education students
• Process student behavioral/safety referrals the day referral is generated
• Investigate reports of student safety incidents through conference with students, parents, drivers and campus administrators as necessary
• Assess reported student safety incidents and take necessary corrective action to include appropriate student discipline, for driver/monitor counseling refer to all to supervisor of drivers/monitors
• Coordinate school bus driver/monitor safety/evacuation training
• Support the District and Transportation Department through strong work ethic and punctual attendance
All other duties as assigned

Records Maintenance

• Maintain mileage records on all bus routes and travel
• Maintain log book and record student head count to facilitate writing copying and distribution of change notices to transportation personnel, parents and schools
• Keep a log book and record all special education two-way radio transmissions
• Maintain records on all drivers including extracurricular drivers pertaining to physical, driver certification and license check
Maintain logs on communication with pertinent personnel regarding confirmations, cancellations, and changes

Vehicle Operation

Student Management

• Supervisor students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street
Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations

Safety

• Fire extinguisher usage training
• CPR certified
Heimlich maneuver training

Professional Conduct

• Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures
• Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations
• Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly
Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel

Other

• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office
• Work irregular hours as needed
• Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

Equipment Used

Working Conditions

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; 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 (under 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