Transportation Safety & Driver Proficiency Tester

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District is seeking a Transportation Third Party Tester to provide training for district personnel and serve as a liaison among Transportation Department staff. This role ensures safety requirements and procedures are followed in transportation of students.

Responsibilities include administering driver proficiency tests, planning safety activities, maintaining training materials, and coordinating communications.

Qualifications

• Educational level: High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License required.
• Georgia Department of Driver’s License; 3rd party certification required; State or National Driver Training Certification required.
• Familiar with transportation software terminology and two-way radio communications.
• Ability to perform routine physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Daily attendance and punctuality are required for the goals of the work unit.
• Administers annual driver proficiency tests per state statutes and rules.
• Assess bus stop locations for hazardous conditions to ensure safety.
• Assist with in-service meetings, safety events and road testing requirements.
• Assist with annual bus evacuation drills to meet DOT guidelines.
• Assist with phone, radio, camera, and dispatch communications and operations.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, local driving laws and school policies.
• Monitor buses and drivers to ensure safe driving practices.
• Prepare methods of instruction for Safe Rider Practices.
• Respond to and investigate accidents involving transportation employees.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Two-way radio

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Georgia Driver’s License

State or National Driver Training Certification

3rd Party Certification

Job description

The Muscogee County School District is seeking a Transportation Third Party Tester to provide training for district personnel and serve as a liaison among Transportation Department staff. This role ensures safety requirements and procedures are followed in transportation of students.

Responsibilities include administering driver proficiency tests, planning safety activities, maintaining training materials, and coordinating communications.