Sherwood School District 88J
Bus Driver Trainer - District
Sherwood School District 88J, Sherwood, Oregon, United States, 97140
TITLE : School Bus Driver - Trainer I
REPORTS TO:
Transportation Supervisor and/or designee
FTE:
1.0 - 8 hours per day 204 Workday Calendar
PURPOSE
Instruct and train bus driver applicants and instruct regular drivers as required in accordance with Oregon School Bus Driver's Training program. Ensure drivers meet standards for driver's license and maintain records of training, licenses and first aid cards to ensure compliance of all transportation employees.
This is the entry level class within the Trainer series. Positions at this level typically perform similar duties as the Trainer II, but are not expected to perform with the same independence, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making on matters relating to established procedures and methods and are also distinguished by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive supervision from Supervisor and may receive guidance and direction from the Supervisor and/or other trainers. May provide guidance and direction to bus drivers.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform successfully in this position, 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.
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalentHold a valid Oregon School Bus Driver's License and Class B CDL, demonstrate and maintain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all applicable laws, regulations, rules and District guidelinesOne years' experience as a Bus DriverHold a valid Oregon state Bus Driver Trainer certificate and have an excellent driving recordKnow the geographic area of the DistrictMeet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform the duties, and responsibilities of a school bus driver as required by the State and District policies and proceduresKnowledge of Oregon Motor Vehicle Department and Oregon Department of Education laws and policies applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting studentsAbility to instruct others in the safe operation of a school busAbility to drive a school bus safely and a driving record that conforms to ODE requirementsComputer skills sufficient to use Excel, Word and district e-mailAbility to understand and follow verbal and written communicationAbility to work harmoniously and communicate with students, parents and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgroundsESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide driver training for the Transportation DepartmentPerform classroom and behind the wheel (BTW) trainingMonitor safety and performance of trainee drivers to ensure the safety of passengersAssist drivers with behavior management problemsAssist in providing pre-employment checksAssist in providing for new employee orientationProvide Type 10 van training as required by the State Department of Education for District personnelCultivate and model a respectful working and learning environmentThis job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an inclusive list of all of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, the administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department.
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS
Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgroundsDemonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate manner for the assignment and work setting.Have regular and punctual attendanceConfer regularly with immediate supervisorFollow all district policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authorityMaintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or district patronEVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sherwood School District 88J and Oregon School Employees Association Chapter #103.
ADA REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The physical demands described here are representative of 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.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hearThe employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb up and down step stool, bend under the desks, twist from the waist, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focusThis position entails sitting or standing at a computer 2-3 hours a dayOpen and close a manually operated bus entrance door control with a force of at least 30 poundsClimb and descend steps with a maximum step height of 17 ½ inchesOperate two hand controls simultaneously and quicklyHave a reaction time of three-fourths of a second or less from the throttle to the brake controlCarry of drag a 125-pound person 30 feet in 30 seconds or lessDepress a brake pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 90 poundsDepress a clutch pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 40 poundsExit from an emergency door opening of 24 by 48 inches at least 42 inches from the ground in ten seconds of lessVisual acuity of at least 20/40 in each eye, with or without corrective lenses; binocular acuity of at least 20/40 in both eyes, with or without corrective lenses; from field of vision of at least 140 degrees; the ability to distinguish the colors red, green, and yellowHearing of at least 7/15 in at least one earNo mental, nervous, organic or functional disease or disability likely to interfere with safe driving or other responsibilities of a school bus driver
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Sherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (503) 825-5000 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900.
REPORTS TO:
Transportation Supervisor and/or designee
FTE:
1.0 - 8 hours per day 204 Workday Calendar
PURPOSE
Instruct and train bus driver applicants and instruct regular drivers as required in accordance with Oregon School Bus Driver's Training program. Ensure drivers meet standards for driver's license and maintain records of training, licenses and first aid cards to ensure compliance of all transportation employees.
This is the entry level class within the Trainer series. Positions at this level typically perform similar duties as the Trainer II, but are not expected to perform with the same independence, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making on matters relating to established procedures and methods and are also distinguished by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive supervision from Supervisor and may receive guidance and direction from the Supervisor and/or other trainers. May provide guidance and direction to bus drivers.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform successfully in this position, 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.
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalentHold a valid Oregon School Bus Driver's License and Class B CDL, demonstrate and maintain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all applicable laws, regulations, rules and District guidelinesOne years' experience as a Bus DriverHold a valid Oregon state Bus Driver Trainer certificate and have an excellent driving recordKnow the geographic area of the DistrictMeet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform the duties, and responsibilities of a school bus driver as required by the State and District policies and proceduresKnowledge of Oregon Motor Vehicle Department and Oregon Department of Education laws and policies applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting studentsAbility to instruct others in the safe operation of a school busAbility to drive a school bus safely and a driving record that conforms to ODE requirementsComputer skills sufficient to use Excel, Word and district e-mailAbility to understand and follow verbal and written communicationAbility to work harmoniously and communicate with students, parents and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgroundsESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide driver training for the Transportation DepartmentPerform classroom and behind the wheel (BTW) trainingMonitor safety and performance of trainee drivers to ensure the safety of passengersAssist drivers with behavior management problemsAssist in providing pre-employment checksAssist in providing for new employee orientationProvide Type 10 van training as required by the State Department of Education for District personnelCultivate and model a respectful working and learning environmentThis job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an inclusive list of all of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, the administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department.
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS
Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgroundsDemonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate manner for the assignment and work setting.Have regular and punctual attendanceConfer regularly with immediate supervisorFollow all district policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authorityMaintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or district patronEVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sherwood School District 88J and Oregon School Employees Association Chapter #103.
ADA REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The physical demands described here are representative of 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.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hearThe employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb up and down step stool, bend under the desks, twist from the waist, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focusThis position entails sitting or standing at a computer 2-3 hours a dayOpen and close a manually operated bus entrance door control with a force of at least 30 poundsClimb and descend steps with a maximum step height of 17 ½ inchesOperate two hand controls simultaneously and quicklyHave a reaction time of three-fourths of a second or less from the throttle to the brake controlCarry of drag a 125-pound person 30 feet in 30 seconds or lessDepress a brake pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 90 poundsDepress a clutch pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 40 poundsExit from an emergency door opening of 24 by 48 inches at least 42 inches from the ground in ten seconds of lessVisual acuity of at least 20/40 in each eye, with or without corrective lenses; binocular acuity of at least 20/40 in both eyes, with or without corrective lenses; from field of vision of at least 140 degrees; the ability to distinguish the colors red, green, and yellowHearing of at least 7/15 in at least one earNo mental, nervous, organic or functional disease or disability likely to interfere with safe driving or other responsibilities of a school bus driver
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Sherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (503) 825-5000 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900.