CL22354: Driver Trainer - Transportation
CL22354: Driver Trainer - Transportation
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Position #22354:Bus Driver Trainer
Posting Dates:6/04/2025 6/10/2025 (Or Until Filled)
Location:Transportation Department
Hours:Up to 40 Hours per Week Based on Bid Hours 180 Days per Year Additional hours may be required during breaks
Salary:Base salary at Driver rate. $1.00/hour over driver wage while training
Current DistrictBus Drivers will be given priority in hiring.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The purpose of the Driver Trainer position is to provide behind-the-wheel training and address school bus regulations/safety procedures; prepare in-service training for drivers and attendants; identify training requirements for both new and experienced drivers; evaluate knowledge and skills of bus drivers; and maintain required documentation for audit in compliance with State Certification and district/federal requirements. The driver trainer will also provide assistance in the recruitment selection and hiring of bus driver and attendant candidates. The person in this position will work as a cover driver or regular route driver when not performing Driver Trainer Duties.
The person in this position must commit to a two week training course (DATES TBA). Training costs and expenses will be paid by the district. Paid at driver rate while training.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All applications must be submitted to the Kennewick School District Online at .
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Minimum age of 21.
- Successful completion of training or certification programs related to position. This could include but is not limited to one of the following: Current CDL High School Diploma GED AA BA etc.
- Must present transcripts of highest level of education within thirty (30) days of hire if applicable.
- Must pass a basic skills test.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to meet the Physical Demands of the position.
- Successful completion of Bus Driver training program.
- Must possess or be willing to obtain a Washington State Commercial Drivers License Class B with passenger and air brake endorsements.
- Completion of Safe Schools Web Based Training within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Must be CPR/First Aid certified or be willing to obtain First Aid certification with thirty (30) days of employment.
- Must pass a background check which includes employee paid fingerprinting
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.
- References indicating satisfactory skills and abilities in similar position
- Employment history in similar position(s)
- Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
- Must maintain the physical and licensing requirements of a CDL bus driver as required.
- Must be able to pass a yearly bus evacuation drill and maintain the physical requirements of removing children safely from the bus. Must possess sufficient strength and ability to assist ill or physically impaired students to enter or exit a school bus through the passenger service door.
- Must attend yearly in-service trainings as required as well as attend any training as directed by management.
- Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.
- Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful cooperative and effective relationship with students parents staff fellow employees and management.
- Evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner working toward the common goal of teamwork pride in service delivery and continuous improvement
- Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students parents district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities.
- Must be able to use basic computer programs to develop route sheets enter timecard information and read and respond to email.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and instruct training activities in classroom and school bus settings.
- Evidence of experience and ability to work closely with school district transportation staff administrators and other professionals.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Washington State laws and administrative codes (WACs and RCWs) related to pupil transportation and traffic safety education.
- Five (5) years of experience in pupil transportation with school bus driving.
- Evidence of general knowledge of school transportation procedures.
- Excellent evaluations excellent attendance punctuality and dependability.
- Evidence of leadership abilities as indicated by good relationships with staff and management problem solving skills cooperativeness and flexibility.
- Evidence of ability to work within the designated bounds of authority and confidentiality.
- Evidence of proficient computer skills in the areas of word processing and database operations.
- Evidence of ability to work independently and evidence of good organizational skills.
- Evidence of proficient record- keeping skills.
- Evidence of ability to plan initiate prepare and implement policies and procedures.
- Willingness to attend trainings for certification including First Aid trainer. Must maintain Driver Trainer Certificate throughout employment.
- Evidence of ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions make common sense decisions in potentially critical situations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and schedules basic in-service and first aid/CPR training for all bus drivers.
- Conduct and/or supervises all elements of school bus driver training programs mandated by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
- Coordinate and obtains all teaching aids as needed for specialized driver training programs.
- Coordinate all financial obligations and additional drivers hours with the pre-approval of the Manager of Transportation.
- Certify to the Manager of Transportation those trainees who meet acceptable standards and make recommendations for additional training or the discontinuation of training for those who do not.
- Maintain and supervises the training records and certification requirements of each school bus driver to assure that each driver remains certified is given ample notification of training needs and is kept advised of school district policies and state regulations so far as continuing employment is contingent upon compliance.
- Establish a bus evacuation program as required by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
- Assist the Transportation Department in reviewing the safety of bus stops routes turn-arounds loading and unloading zones and bus driver performance.
- Participates on the Accident Review Committee. This committee is responsible for the review and evaluation of accidents involving school buses and provides a report to the Manager of Transportation. Will recommend (to Manager of Transportation) corrective training for the driver(s) involved in an accident.
- Assist with the recruitment screening interviewing and hiring process for new drivers and attendants.
- Assist with the annual updating of the Transportation Dept. employee handbook.
- Periodically reviews training programs in order to update and improve methods used.
- Maintains current CDL and Washington State Driver Trainer Certificate.
- Provides feedback to Manager of Transportation regarding bus driver and attendant annual evaluations.
- Assists other department staff as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their duties.
- Performs all duties of the position within the scope of Kennewick School District policies and procedures including regular attendance and punctuality.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Mobility:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time push or pull 18-26 lbs sit kneel and crouch twist and bend use hands to type finger handle or feel; and reach with hands and arm.
- Sense:The employee is required to talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. The employee is required to taste and smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision far vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Lifting:The employee must be able to lift or move up to 18-26 pounds; must also be able to lift overhead. The employee may be required to physically move quickly in an emergency or while performing student supervision duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical Hazards: While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to work outdoors in a wide variety of temperatures; from -10 degrees F to 100 degrees F . The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in this work environment is moderate.
Kennewick School Districts Non-Discrimination Policy
The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex race creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation including gender expression or identity the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or use of trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights & Equity:Dr. Thomas Brillhart- ()
Section 504 Title IX:BJ Wilson - ()
This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in all education programs and/or extra-curricular school activities in the Kennewick School District.
Applicants: Inquiries regarding compliance procedures or requests for reasonable accommodation may be directed to the School Districts Director of Human Resources.
Forinformation on salary and benefitsoffered please visit School District Contact Names and Telephone Numbers:
Toni Neidhold Director of Human Resources
Certified/Classified ADA
Kennewick School District
1000 West 4thAvenue
Kennewick WA 99336
Employment Type
Part-Time
