Transportation Instructor/Lead Bus Trainer - TMP

This position supports US Army transportation operations on Fort Sill and is contingent upon contract award and funding.

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.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all training, including rolling inventory of recorded on-the-job training.
• Monitor and report on bus driver issues (licensing, safety concerns, medical certification) ensuring corrective action and retraining are executed effectively.
• Maintain accuracy and retention per policy, applicable regulatory guidelines, and contractual requirements.
• Manage dispatch logs and movement documentation; ensure completeness alongside dispatchers and transportation schedulers, under the supervision of TMP operation supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Transportation and bus driver experience preferred.
• CDE ELDT Instructor Certificate, current class B (or higher) with S and P endorsements preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Lifting and Carrying: Frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying heavy objects, sometimes up to 40 pounds.
• Mobility and Balance: Extensive walking (up to 10 kilometers a day), climbing up/down, bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Strength and Endurance: Using muscles for long periods, including working in cramped or awkward spaces.
• Environmental Factors: Working in extreme hot or cold temperatures, in all weather conditions, and with exposure to loud noise or vibration.
• Safety and Sensory Needs: Must possess good, sometimes aided, vision (including color distinction) and hearing, as well as the ability to climb on and off moving or stationary equipment.