DRIVER III-TRAINER

Arizona State Government; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a School Bus Driver III (Trainer) to provide essential training and evaluations for staff. This permanent position requires a valid Arizona CDL and offers a competitive pay rate. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering students with diverse opportunities.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Pass FBI and State background checks.
• Valid Arizona CDL with passenger and S endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to staff to become certified to drive a school bus.
• Perform driver evaluations and vehicle inspections.

Skills

Public speaking

CPR

First Aid

Education

Valid Arizona School Bus Instructor certification

Tools

Office equipment

Computer programs

Job description

SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND

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The Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB) is seeking enthusiastic team members who are committed to excellence and dedicated to providing our students with diverse opportunities. We believe our employees are key to maintaining high standards. From staff members to teachers, we empower our employees to meet the needs of our students and engage actively in their learning community.

Founded in 1912—the year Arizona achieved statehood—ASDB serves over 2,000 children who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind from birth through grade 12. Our services include two schools for the deaf, one school for the blind, a statewide Early Learning Program (including birth to three and preschool programs), and Itinerant Services for students attending partner district schools. ASDB is dedicated to empowering diverse young children and students with the educational opportunities necessary for success in college, careers, and life.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER III (TRAINER)

Location: Tucson Campus
Employee Status: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Calendar: 12-Month
Pay Rate: $17.00/hr

Click the link to Apply to ASDB Transportation. Please submit an application directly through our agency webpage.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information, contact the Recruiter at: [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide training to staff to become certified to drive a school bus per Arizona rules/regulations.
• Perform driver evaluations, vehicle inspections, and road tests.
• Maintain a database for tracking certification, physical examinations, and drug test results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit.
• Principles and practices of administration and management.
• Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures.
• Training principles, methods, and strategies.
• Federal and State laws regulating school bus driver testing requirements.

SKILLED IN:

• CPR, First Aid, and bus evacuation procedures.
• Public speaking.
• Office equipment and computer programs.

ABILITY TO:

• Communicate effectively with individuals and large groups.
• Plan and organize training modules.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass FBI and State background checks.
• Valid Arizona CDL with passenger and S endorsements.
• Valid Arizona School Bus Instructor certification.
• Obtain CIT (Crisis Intervention Training), CPR, and First Aid certifications for positions working directly with students.
• Complete Defensive Driver Training program.
• Pass a post-offer physical.
• ASL skills if working with deaf staff/students.

BENEFITS

Benefit-eligible employees have access to various medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental, and dependent life insurance plans. Employees are automatically enrolled in basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, and seat belt insurance. Enrollment in the State’s retirement plan and long-term disability (LTD) program is mandatory, with a 26-week waiting period. Employees may also participate in a deferred compensation program and other benefit options such as Employee Self-Service, Wellness, Tuition Discount, Travel Reduction, and Insurance programs.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information, contact the Recruiter at: [e-mail]. Persons with disabilities may request accommodations, such as sign language interpreters or alternative formats, by contacting the Recruiter early to allow for arrangements.

Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.