Lead Trainer Transporation

Position Type:
Support Staff (Non-Classroom)/Lead Trainer Transporation

Date Posted:
1/20/2026

Location:
Transportation

Date Available:
IMMEDIATE OPENING

Closing Date:
06/30/2026
Position Length : 12 Month Short

Job Grade : 112

Hourly Rate : $19.36 and up depending on experience

Hours Per Day : 8

Application Procedure : Apply online

Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two

Lead Trainer Transporation

Purpose Statement
The job of Lead Trainer Transportation is to help develop and train new Transportation department employees, and retrain current employees. Training employees while always ensuring that all state and Federal laws are maintained is critical. Overseeing the entire training process, including Bus drivers acting as BTW and classroom trainers.


Essential Functions

• Plan, Schedule, and/or conduct training sessions for the purpose of developing new Bus drivers, Van drivers & monitors or reinforcing their skills.
• Maintain accurate and current training files for Bus, Van, monitors, and activity drivers in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Track current employee various certifications to maintain currency.
• Supervise the training process, and ensure compliance, accuracy and standardization.
• Oversees bus driver licensing, training requirements and certificate status (e.g. driver's licenses, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with all state, federal and administrative requirements.
• Submit required documentation and ensure compliance to DPS, CSTIMS, Clearinghouse, FMCSA and GPS district systems.
• Oversee and track District Activity bus / van driver required training
• Performs functions of a school bus driver for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation needs.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. activity reports, training handouts, safety information guidelines, driver evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to bus drivers, other district personnel, state officials, etc.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements
Mental Requirements
Learning Development- Level C Sufficient to read and write technical instruction, understand standardized methods, operate specialized and varied equipment, perform standard mathematical applications. Learning development involves the equivalent of some technical or vocational training beyond high school, often resulting in a certification.
Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities.
Physical Requirements
Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
Physical Effort - Level 2 Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding, and/or carrying of light-weight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.
Social Requirements
Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information with individuals or small, informal groups. skills in establishing harmonious relationships and gaining cooperation are important.
Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.
Work Environment
Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.
Physical Working Conditions - Level 2 Somewhat disagreeable conditions. Work may be performed in cramped or awkward positions. occasional exposure to safety hazards, disease, or contamination results in chance for lost-time accidents. Occasional exposure to noise, temperature extremes, etc
Accountability
Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.
Organizational Impact - Level 1 Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate the work of others in a specific work group.

Experience, Education, and Certifications
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. Must obtain and maintain the following licenses and certificates: Commercial Driver's License, Bus Driver's Certificate, CPR/First Aid Certificate- Instructor, Behind the Wheel Certificate, Classroom Certificate, PPT certificate and Third Party Examiner Certificate. Pre-employment and Annual testing includes: Alcohol and Drug Test, DOT Medical Exam, DPS Physical Agility Test.


Compensation Details
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Pay Schedule: Hourly - Grade 112
Work Calendar: Support 12 Month Short

Non Discrimination Statement
Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.

Attachment(s):

• Lead Trainer Transportation.pdf