Lead Driver

School Bus Driver Trainer

Develop and provide instruction to new and existing personnel in the operation of district vehicles, including class B commercial driver's license training. Maintain transportation specific technology hardware and software.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate, Preferred
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class B) With "S" and "P" endorsements
• Valid School Bus Certification Card
• Valid Department of Transportation DOT Physical Certification
• Acceptable driving record as determined by the Department of Public Safety, Department of Transportation, and Texas Education Agency
• Completion of driver trainer program through an approved provider

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to communicate professionally with parents, students, and staff in English
• Experience with Google Suite applications
• Ability to learn transportation specific software

Experience:

• Two years experience as a licensed and certified school bus driver

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Training:

1. Perform Behind the Wheel Training and classroom training with new and existing employees.
2. Document and maintain all training records and schedules as required by State and Federal regulations and Navarro ISD policies.
3. Train drivers regarding setting up and maintaining paperwork.
4. Provide student management training to drivers.
5. Assist the transportation director with monitoring the performance of bus drivers and monitors to ensure safety procedures are consistently followed.
6. Provide documentation to the transportation director regarding recommended corrective actions needed by trainees or staff.

Systems:

1. Maintain onboard camera systems.
2. Install and maintain onboard camera units and/or cradles for the routing tablets/scanners.
3. Assist the operations specialist routing tablets and scanners.

Driving / Monitoring:

1. Cover bus routes as needed, either as a driver or monitor, to ensure the safe and efficient transport of passengers.
2. Meet all requirements and expectations of a Navarro ISD bus driver or monitor.

Other:

1. Review student disciplinary reports from drivers, initiating first parent contact as needed.
2. Attend professional development identified by the transportation director.
3. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Two-way radios, fire extinguisher, wheelchair lift and securement equipment, First-Aid kit, Body Fluid Clean-up kit, computer, camera software, hand tools, and bus routing tablet.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Extensive sitting, moderate walking, standing, exposure to exhaust fumes, and fuel. Moderate squatting and bending. Climbing bus steps. Exposure to seasonal temperatures.

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.