Safety Training Manager

The Driver Trainer is responsible for training, evaluating, and supporting school bus drivers, aides, and monitors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient transportation services. This role conducts classroom and behind-the-wheel training, performs driver evaluations, supports safety initiatives, and assists with driver recruitment and retention efforts.

Pay: $75,000/yr

Essential Functions

• Conduct and document classroom training for drivers, aides, and monitors.

• Conduct and document behind-the-wheel training for drivers.

• Perform semi-annual behind-the-wheel driver evaluations.

• Evaluate driver candidates and current drivers for compliance with state certification and company standards.

• Assist with driver recruitment and onboarding activities.

• Participate in and facilitate safety meetings and training sessions.

• Support customer and company safety awareness programs.

• Review driver motor vehicle records and report concerns to management.

• Monitor license, permit, and certification expiration dates and notify employees as needed.

• Review Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) and complete administrative safety tasks.

• Report vehicle accidents, injuries, and incidents to management.

• Complete required logs, reports, and training documentation.

• Promote a positive image of the company and maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, and school district personnel.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Commercial driving experience required.

• Minimum of 2 years of school bus driving experience preferred for behind-the-wheel training.

• Completion of state-certified instructor training or company-approved trainer certification program.

• Knowledge of student transportation regulations and state/federal safety requirements.

• Valid driver's license, medical certificate, and school bus driver certification as required.

• Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.

• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

• Adult learning and training techniques.

• School transportation operations and routing practices.

• Two-way radio and transportation communication systems.

• Driver safety, compliance, and accident prevention practices.

• Recordkeeping, reporting, and documentation accuracy.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, sit, reach, bend, stoop, and use hands.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to perform emergency bus evacuations.

• Ability to meet vision and hearing requirements necessary for safe vehicle operation and training activities.

Work Environment

• Combination of office, training, and field environments.

• Exposure to varying weather conditions, diesel fumes, noise, and moderate dust.

• Must be able to work outdoors and tolerate seasonal temperatures, including summer heat.

• May require evening or weekend work as needed.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time based on business needs.