2026-2027 Transportation CDL Trainer (Part-Time Night/Weekend)

Springfield-Public-Schools,-Ma; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Transportation CDL Trainer for night and weekend hours to support the district’s safety and training goals. The role includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel coaching for bus drivers, along with maintaining compliance records.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree or equivalent with experience in transportation safety, plus CDL credentials and a willingness to obtain state trainer certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent, preferred.
• Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and school transportation policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing incidents, complaints and accidents and recommend resolutions.
• Facilitate safety meetings, workshops, and seminars to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide behind-the-wheel and classroom training for bus drivers per state requirements.
• Maintain safety/incident records and required documentation.
• Prepare training materials to document activities and convey information.

Skills

Safety compliance

Training delivery

Communication

Recordkeeping

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Safety training materials

Job description

2026-2027 Transportation CDL Trainer (Part-Time Night/Weekend)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931187
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Transportation CDL Trainer

Department: Transportation

Pay Grade: O230

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Supervisor II – Transportation Safety & Training

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for supporting the District’s Transportation Safety Supervisor including, but notlimited to, safety and training activities; hiring transportation personnel; facilitatingtransportation safety meetings and tests; and providing information to others.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in assessing incidents, complaints and/or accidents to resolve or recommend a resolution to the situation.
• Facilitate and/or participate in a variety of safety meetings, workshops, and seminars to convey and/or gather information required to ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, laws, and guidelines.
• Implement safety activities and/or processes ensuring that student transportation takes place in compliance with established safety laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Maintain safety / incident records and other required, mandated information providing needed information and meeting regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned ensuring efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Perform and/or assist with personnel administrative functions as assigned to maintain adequate staffing, enhancing safety of personnel, and ensuring achievement of department/program outcomes.
• Prepare a variety of materials to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information.
• Provide behind the wheel and classroom training for bus drivers evaluating and reviewing bus drivers' job knowledge and complying with state requirements.
• Research a variety of topics in order to make recommendations, understand issues and maintain current regulatory standards.
• Respond to all emergencies addressing immediate safety concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent, preferred.
• Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements

• Class “B” CDL with passenger, air brake, and school bus endorsements.
• State Certified Trainer preferred with willingness to obtain.
• Certified CDL Tester preferred with willingness to obtain.
• Pre-Placement Physical Capacities Test.
• Random Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems.
• Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include assessment instruments and techniques; codes/laws/rules/regulations/ policies; health standards; and methods of instruction and training.
• Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, including: analyzing data; comparing results; conducting interviews; conducting meetings; counseling and mentoring employees; enforcing rules and regulations; facilitating meetings; interviewing techniques and practices.
• Ability to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions.
• Ability to analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment.
• Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
• Ability to analyze issues and create action plans.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
• Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
• Ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; set priorities; meet deadlines and schedules; work with detailed information; and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work as part of a team; and work with frequent interruptions.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work environment is indoors and outdoors with regular exposure to weather conditions; in proximity to the roadway; near moving mechanical parts and traffic; and in confined spaces.
• The work is very heavy work that requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the physical ability to perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and/or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22.28 to $35.48 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Administration > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Springfield Public Schools R-12 , Human Resources Department
• 1359 E. Saint Louis St.
• Springfield, Missouri 65802
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]