Part-Time Transportation Trainer

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a transportation trainer to educate and train Senior Services bus drivers on safety practices and operating procedures, while also driving Senior Services buses and assisting with routes.

The role involves pre-trip/post-trip inspections, wheelchair lift operation, ongoing retraining, incident response, and client transport with strict adherence to traffic laws. CDL preferred, CPR/First Aid within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years of driving 14-passenger shuttle buses or larger preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred).
• CPR and First Aid certifications within 30 days of employment and maintained during employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with applicant driving course testing and driver training.
• Provide training for new drivers on vehicle pre-trip and post-trip checks, wheelchair lift operation, and behind-the-wheel instruction.
• Provide ongoing retraining for drivers after extended absences and post-accident training.
• Respond to incidents/accidents with Transportation Manager and Supervisor; drive bus back to base or finish routes.
• Transport clients to activities and appointments; ensure safety and assist with mobility devices.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety inspections and maintain logs and inventory; report safety concerns.
• Attend required training sessions including Defensive Driving, CPR, and First Aid.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Defensive Driving

Safety Training

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Position Information

The purpose of this position is to work in conjunction with the Transportation Manager and Supervisor to educate and train Senior Services bus drivers on safety requirements and best practices targeted at decreasing accidents, as well as drive Senior Services buses and assist with routes.

Position Information

The purpose of this position is to work in conjunction with the Transportation Manager and Supervisor to educate and train Senior Services bus drivers on safety requirements and best practices targeted at decreasing accidents, as well as drive Senior Services buses and assist with routes.

Position Information

The purpose of this position is to work in conjunction with the Transportation Manager and Supervisor to educate and train Senior Services bus drivers on safety requirements and best practices targeted at decreasing accidents, as well as drive Senior Services buses and assist with routes.

Essential Functions

• Assist with applicant driving course testing.
• Provide training for new drivers including but not limited to: vehicle pre-trip and post-trip checks, behind-the-wheel instruction, and wheelchair lift operation.
• Provide ongoing training for all team members as needed and retraining for drivers who have been absent for more than 30 days; provide post-accident training.
• Assist Transportation Manager and Supervisor with responding to incidents/accidents, going to the accident site, driving the bus back to base or finishing the existing route.
• Research tips and techniques to prevent accidents to share with all drivers and the management team. Report safety concerns and make recommendations for improvements to Transportation Manager and Supervisor.
• Transport clients to and from scheduled activities and appointments, obey all traffic codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations; assist clients on and off bus; assist clients with mobility devices and or personal items; review routes and schedules and make changes as necessary; report changes in clients’ health/behavior to Transportation Supervisor.
• Operate equipment/ shuttle buses with lifts; must be able to use radio equipment and electronic devices to receive assignments; conduct daily vehicle safety inspections; maintain daily logs and safety equipment inventory; keep vehicles clean and fueled; report all maintenance and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Attend training sessions as required to gain skills and knowledge for job performance, including but not limited to Defensive Driving, CPR, First Aid and other job-related trainings.
• Assist with driving vehicles to Fleet Management for regular maintenance and service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by a minimum of two years of experience driving 14 passenger shuttle buses or larger.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License (CDL license preferred).
• Must possess or be able and willing to get CPR and First Aid certifications within 30 days of employment and maintain it for the duration of employment.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.