Lead Bus Trainer & Transportation Instructor

Akima; Fort Sill (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima, supporting US Army transportation operations on Fort Sill, seeks a Transportation Instructor/Trainer to train and evaluate bus drivers, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain safe, efficient transportation operations. The role may involve supervision of junior drivers and direct support to Fort Sill missions.

The position emphasizes classroom and hands-on training, licensing oversight, safety programs, and incident reporting, with strong emphasis on regulatory adherence and accurate

Qualifications

• Three to four (3-4) years’ experience in bus driver training or related transportation roles; prior training experience required.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result, obtain and maintain a CAC.
• Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license.
• CDE ELDT Instructor Certificate, current class B (or higher) with S and P endorsements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct classroom, behind-the-wheel, and in-service training for new and experienced bus drivers in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Train drivers in safe bus operation, maintenance, and special needs transportation (if applicable).
• Develop and maintain bus safety, accident prevention, and investigation programs; prepare reports and maintain training records.
• Oversee bus driver licensing, certifications, and compliance with DMV, DoT, and US Army government regulations.
• Ensure training schedules and coverage meet mission needs.
• Coordinate with transportation supervisors, and transportation department manager for enhanced and specific safety protocols.
• Assist in accident investigations and incident reporting.
• Conduct safety drills, evacuation procedures, and general bus inspections.
• Planning, coordinating and execution of all training to include rolling inventory of recorded on-the-job training.
• Monitors and reports on bus driver issues (licensing, safety concerns, medical certification) ensuring corrective action and retraining are executed effectively.
• Maintains accuracy, and retention per policy, applicable regulatory guidelines, and contractual requirements.
• Managing dispatch logs and movement documentation; ensure completeness alongside dispatchers and transportation schedulers, under the supervision of TMP operation supervisor.

Skills

Bus driver training experience

Drug test compliance

Background screening

CAC access

REAL ID driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CDE ELDT Instructor Certificate (desired)

Job description

Akima, supporting US Army transportation operations on Fort Sill, seeks a Transportation Instructor/Trainer to train and evaluate bus drivers, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain safe, efficient transportation operations. The role may involve supervision of junior drivers and direct support to Fort Sill missions.

The position emphasizes classroom and hands-on training, licensing oversight, safety programs, and incident reporting, with strong emphasis on regulatory adherence and accurate