Trainer / Driver Coach

Alpine School District; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspen Peaks School District in American Fork, UT is hiring a school bus driver for a special assignment as a Driver Coach/Trainer. The position involves classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training for driver applicants and current drivers, with emphasis on bus safety, state regulations, and certification requirements.

The role also entails evaluating driver performance, maintaining training records, and supporting daily transportation operations.

Qualifications

• Experience providing training, instruction, coaching, or driver evaluation.
• Valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain training records and compliance documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for driver applicants and current drivers.
• Instruct on school bus safety, regulations, procedures, and state certification requirements.
• Evaluate driver performance and review surveillance footage for training needs.
• Schedule training, testing, and certification activities; maintain records and reports.
• Perform regular driving duties if needed to meet transportation needs.

Skills

Training experience

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Driver Coach (Driver on Special Assignment)

Aspen Peaks School District in American Fork, UT is hiring a school bus driver for a special assignment as a Driver Coach/Trainer. The employee will remain on a Bus Driver contract while performing additional duties that support the daily operations of the Transportation Department. Primary responsibilities include classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training for school bus driver applicants and current drivers. The Driver Coach provides instruction on school bus safety, regulations, procedures, vehicle operation and state certification requirements. The position also evaluates driver performance, reviews bus surveillance footage, maintains required training and certification records and supports the department's daily transportation needs. The employee may be required to perform regular school bus driving duties as needed.

Contract Details

• 6 hours per day, 179 days per year. Additional hours worked will be paid hourly.
• Lane 12, Bus Driver Contract and Benefits
• Hourly rate: $23.30 - $32.71 (based on experience)
• Open until filled
• Starting date: July 1, 2027

Transportation Supervisor Contact Information

• Name: David Ludwig
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail] / or / [e-mail]

Essential Functions

• Conducts classroom and behind-the-wheel training for school bus driver applicants and current drivers.
• Provides instruction on school bus operation, safety procedures, state regulations, district policies, and driver responsibilities.
• Evaluates driver applicants and current drivers for the purpose of meeting state certification and district requirements.
• Schedules and coordinates driver training, testing, and required certification activities.
• Maintains driver training records, certification records, physicals, drug and alcohol testing records, CPR/First Aid records, and other required documentation.
• Monitors driver licenses, certifications, training requirements, and related compliance records.
• Reviews bus surveillance footage to investigate student behavior, safety concerns, reported incidents and complaints. Reviews footage of driver performance to identify training needs, provide constructive feedback and improve safe driving practices.
• Reviews driver performance and accident reports for the purpose of identifying training needs and improving safe driving practices.
• Prepares training materials, evaluations, reports, safety information, and other documents required for driver training and certification.
• Communicates rules, regulations, procedures, training requirements, and performance expectations to driver applicants and current drivers.
• Performs the functions of a school bus driver as needed to meet district transportation needs.
• Participates in department meetings, workshops, professional development, and other training activities.
• Responds to questions from drivers, schools, department staff, and other district personnel regarding training, certification, and transportation procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of supporting the efficient and effective operation of the Transportation Department.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience as a school bus driver or in student transportation
• Experience providing training, instruction, coaching, or driver evaluation
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class B or higher, with Passenger (P) and School Bus endorsements.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Criminal Background Clearance.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Compliance.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Other Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Knowledge of school bus safety, state regulations, driver certification requirements, and district transportation procedures
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide clear instruction and constructive feedback to adult learners.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple training requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn new software programs and use technology proficiently to support training, record keeping, communication and transportation operations.