School Bus Driver Trainer

About the Employer

Primary Function

Primary function: Positions assigned to this job class provide classroom and/or behind-the-wheel training to new school bus drivers or re-training of current drivers. May be required to drive a school bus on a regular route when needed.

Reports To

Reports to: Safety/Training Supervisor

Salary Schedule

Salary schedule: $108

Work Days

Work days: 219

Education Level

A GED or a standard high school diploma from a Gadoe-approved and accredited institution is required with experience as a bus driver.

Certifications

• CDL License

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred: Extensive knowledge of Chatham County School locations and street network.

1-3 Years of Experience

1-3 years of experience as a school bus driver. Proficient knowledge of bus handling and safety techniques. Proficient knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules, regulations, and local street and road systems. Some knowledge of basic first aid. Ability to safely drive a school bus, to train others in safe efficient driving, and to assess performance. Ability to read, write, and complete forms and reports. Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and school officials, and trainees. Ability and willingness to assist physically, intellectually, and emotionally challenged students in being transported to and from school. Computer literate with working knowledge of Word & Excel.

Required Certifications

• Georgia Commercial Driver's License with School Bus Endorsement
• Georgia State Certification as School Bus Instructor/Trainer

As Driver/Trainer

Conducts behind-the-wheel training of new bus drivers. Calls drivers via two-way radio to provide names of new students and/or address changes. Receives and files mileage reports from bus drivers. Performs general office duties such as answering telephones, completing and/or filing reports. Drives a bus in the absence of regular bus drivers.

As Required or Assigned

Performs duties as a school bus driver.

Tracking Attendees and Maintaining Training Records

Tracks attendees and maintains training records.

Coordinating and Scheduling Driver Training Dates/Times

Coordinates and schedules driver training dates/times.

Completing Daily and Monthly Operations Reports

Completes daily and monthly operations reports indicating times, mileage, and routes.

Completing Bus Incident Reports as Necessary

Completes bus incident reports as necessary.

Performing Other Duties

Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.

Terms of Employment

Incorpents will be considered "at will." Appropriate pay will be determined based on the grade as determined by Human Resources and allowable experience. The work calendar will be 219 days. Non-exempt (Grade 108) 09-2024

Non-Essential Responsibilities

A responsibility is considered to be non-essential (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if: orCould be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.
• It is shared between multiple incumbents in the job;

Physical and Sensory Demands

Most jobs in the district have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below. Office employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

Exceptional Physical or Sensory Demands

(Exceptional physical or sensory demands (Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.) [ ] Heavy lifting of up to __ pounds [ ] Frequent climbing up to ____ feet, and/or working on building roofs. [ ] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter. [ ] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards. [ ] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods. [ ] Other:_