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Bus Driver Trainer (anticipated)

Gorham School District | Gorham, ME, United States

Posted Date 9/06/2024
Full job description Bus Driver Trainer

The Gorham School Department anticipates an opening for Bus Driver Trainer. This position is responsible for conducting behind-the-wheel and classroom driver training of employees on how to drive school bus in a safe and professional manner in preparation for CDL/Class B exam with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements. Flexible work calendar is required to accommodate year round training. Training new drivers will be conducted on an as-need basis. Qualifications include:
  1. Must hold a valid Maine CDL driver’s license with passenger and school bus endorsement. At least two years driving experience as a school bus driver. Previous training experience strongly preferred.
  2. Knowledge of: Laws, rules and regulations regarding operation of a school bus; safety and maintenance requirements; vehicle components; safe driving skills; student discipline techniques.
  3. Ability to: Understand, implement, and give oral and written directions; effectively train others including behind the wheel skills; asses the skills and abilities of trainees; maintain cooperative relationships with a wide variety of personalities.
  4. Interpersonal: Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict: maintaining confidentiality; listening to others; remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit. Demonstrated ability to remain calm and professional in an environment with frequent interruptions.
Responsibilities include the coordination, planning and implementation of training for newly hired drivers to obtain driving permits and prepares drivers under the requirements of the Federal ELDT program for CDL exam for State of Maine CDL License. Also, the training and assisting of new drivers concerning student behavior management problems and situations.

If interested, please submit cover letter, resume and completed application by going to http://gorhamschools.org/, click on Human Resources, Employment Opportunities, follow the application link. CHRC (fingerprinting) required. Applications close when a suitable candidate has been selected.


Job Type
Regular
Industry
Education | Training | Transportation

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