Bus Drill Coordinator

Transdev North America; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$31.51 hourly pay rate

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance

Holiday pay

Paid time off

401(K) with company match

Employee assistance program

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Transdev North America is looking for a Bus Drill Coordinator in Boston, MA. You will develop and maintain evacuation drill curricula and coordinate with school staff to ensure compliance with state requirements. Responsibilities include conducting drills, reporting progress, and ensuring safety. Applicants must have a high school diploma, a valid Class B CDL, and experience in student transportation operations. The role offers full-time employment with benefits including health coverage and a 401(K).

Qualifications

• Must have two years of experience in student transportation operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and memos.
• Must have a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain curriculum for school bus evacuation drills.
• Coordinate resources for drills with school staff.
• Conduct and report on school bus evacuation drills.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Detail oriented

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Knowledge of laws and regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Class B CDL with endorsements

College degree (preferred)

Valid Massachusetts School Bus Certificate

Job description

Overview

Transdev Services, Inc. is seeking a Bus Drill Coordinator for its Boston Public Schools transportation contract. The role is responsible for ensuring that Transdev Services, Inc., and Boston Public Schools Department of Transportation are compliant with state requirements for school bus evacuation drills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a curriculum and associated supporting materials on school bus evacuation drills.
• Coordinate with the Safety and Training Department, BPS DOT, and school staff to schedule and assign resources for drills.
• Conduct school bus evacuation drills at each school location in accordance with Massachusetts law, educating students, staff, faculty, support personnel, school bus drivers, and other relevant personnel.
• Complete weekly reports on progress toward annual goals.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform duties of a School Bus Safety Trainer as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Valid Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Valid Massachusetts School Bus Certificate and Instructor Certificate.
• Valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.
• Excellent motor vehicle record.
• Preferred: College degree.
• Two (2) years of experience in student transportation operations.
• Preferred: School Bus Driver training experience and adult instruction experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication with regulatory agencies, community organizations, and others.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers on all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant programs.
• Highly organized, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Poise, tact, diplomacy, and good judgment.
• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Database information retrieval, generation, and processing.
• Detail oriented and effective time management.
• Teamwork and model safe behavior.
• Resolve issues and support professional growth while ensuring safety compliance.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Familiarity with the transportation service area.

Benefits

• $31.51 hourly pay rate.
• Full time employment with work year‑round.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid time off.
• 401(K) with company match.
• Employee assistance program.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Must submit to drug testing and a criminal background check including fingerprinting.

Physical Demands

• Work shifts or flexible schedules as needed.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
• 20% of work indoors in air‑conditioned or well‑ventilated facilities.
• Indoor work in an office or cubicle with computer.
• 80% of work outdoors in various weather conditions, on or near vehicles, on and off company property.
• Maintain presence at company locations and in the field.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Use of arms, repetitive hand‑wrist motion, walking, stooping, reaching, climbing, lifting, balancing, and handling materials.
• Long periods sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Exposure to heavy traffic, dust, vehicle fumes, and noise.
• Travel for company training, meetings, or support missions (80% travel).

Work Environment

The work involves exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, occasional fumes or airborne particles, and moderate noise levels. The environment may vary by location.

Drug‑Free Workplace

Transdev maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship, and must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.