Transportation Trainer - Transportation West

About the role

The Transportation Trainer is responsible for leading the planning, design, development, and delivery of classroom, behind-the-wheel, and on-the-road training for CDL and Non-CDL drivers, bus assistants, and transportation staff. They also serve as a key compliance and safety resource, ensuring all training, certification, and licensing requirements are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, development, and delivery of classroom, behind-the-wheel, and on-the-road training for CDL and Non-CDL drivers, bus assistants, and transportation staff, including staff operating district box trucks. Provide specialized training on vehicle operations, student management, safety procedures, and use of specialized equipment for transporting students with disabilities. Evaluate trainee performance to ensure readiness, compliance, and safe operation.
• Cook up, administer, and document all required transportation training, certification, and licensing activities, including federal and state written and practical examinations, CDL third-party testing, Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT), skills courses, evacuation drills, and mandated training programs. Maintain accurate district-wide training and evaluation records in accordance with CDE, DOT, and district requirements.
• Plan, implement, and deliver ongoing and specialized safety and compliance training for transportation staff, including Accident Response Training, CPI, CPR/First Aid, defensive driving, adverse weather and mountain terrain operations, substance abuse awareness, required annual CDE in-service safety meetings, continuous improvement initiatives, and small vehicle/van training.
• Maintain and monitor compliance records for federal and state licensing and permit programs, DOT files, CDL testing documentation, motor vehicle reports, and required logs. Respond to, document, and file vehicle accident reports and participate as a member of the Accident Review Committee.
• Collaborate with Driver Trainers, supervisors, and department leadership to coordinate training schedules, monitor trainee progress, identify barriers, and move employees efficiently through onboarding, certification, and qualification processes. Support route, stop, and street safety surveys and deliver student safety programs, including the “Buster the Bus” initiative, at district schools and community sites.
• Aid with the implementation and ongoing administration of the district’s drug and alcohol testing program, including coordination, documentation, and compliance-related reporting.

Requirements

• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• Two (2) years of CDL driving experience
• Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with P and S endorsements
• Must obtain and maintain the following required certifications within three (3) months of hire: Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) instructor certification, CPR/First Aid Certification, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification, and Colorado CDL Third-Party Tester License
• Must meet the insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self Insurance Pool
• Successfully complete special needs training and testing
• Intermediate knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, FMVSS, CDE, CDL compliance, and the Federal Clearinghouse requirements
• Proficiency with basic office technology and Microsoft Office applications
• Effective training adult learners, evaluating performance, and providing corrective guidance
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, including those with special needs
• Recognition of the importance of safety in the workplace, following safety rules, practicing safe work habits, utilizing appropriate safety equipment, and reporting unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or some college
• Experience working in the public sector
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Training experience
• Student management experience
• Colorado CDL Third Party Tester license
• Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) instructor certification
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification