School Bus CDL Instructor / Training Coordinator
Wilmington, DE
Full Time
Mid Level
POSITION SUMMARY:
This office and field position is a full-time position within the company. The Training Coordinator provides training leadership in accordance with state-mandated and company-based in a classroom/vehicle setting for Trainers and Trainees at a given location(s). Training is in compliance with federal and state requirements and includes skills training in driving techniques and safety training for all new driver applicants and current employees. The position will be involved in student transportation, as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Instruct driver applicants and current employees in classroom instruction, bus driving techniques and safety in compliance with regulatory and company specific requirements for CDL and endorsements
- Documentation of training schedules, driver applicants and current trainees progress and problems on appropriate forms
- Manage and schedule trainer activities
- Conduct/Assist in driver recertification as needed for classroom/skills/behind-the-wheel
- Coordinate safety remediation and advice in assessment for current drivers with training required and scheduling of trainers
- Conduct refresher training to current employees
- Coordinate training needs with other company locations/divisions
- Available to travel and meet training needs at other Krapf locations as required
- Participate in biennial self-audit road tests
- Conduct evaluations on trainers, address issues and work on an improvement/Coaching plan
- Maintain a current school bus training certificate and attend State DOT required meetings
- Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting DOT and School bus instruction
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned
- Report to Training Supervisor/Manager of any training department changes, problems or concerns
- Perform Trainer evaluations and use as an coaching opportunity /or address training issues
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned by Training Supervisor/ Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 years of CDL driving experience or equivalent vehicle knowledge
- State Certified School Bus Instructor, preferred
- Proven classroom/vehicle training experience, preferred
- Required to obtain state related certifications based on company need
- Valid CDL License – With an School Bus/Passenger endorsement and with no Airbrake restriction
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Ability to speak effectively in a classroom setting, before groups of customers or employees of Krapf
- Must be able to complete all levels of training with any applicant/employee
- Ability to work independently, and as part of a team
- Integrity and ability to handle confidential information
- Must be able to read traffic signals and signs, maps and schedules
OVERVIEW OF KRAPF GROUP:
Krapf Group Vision: Provide the best passenger transportation anytime, anywhere. Krapf is serious about service and safety. We are one of the largest private, family-owned school bus contractors in the U.S. In addition, Krapf has transit, paratransit and charter lines of business. Founded in 1942 with two employees, Krapf has grown to thousands of employees in multiple states. Krapf Corporate Headquarters is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania.
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