School Bus Driver Evaluator

Driver Evaluator

This position is for current employees only. For external applicants, please see our available positions on careers.nellc.com

Responsibilities Include

• Follows the formal Driver Evaluator process to document Driver competence using prescribed standards to determine whether the driver's competency level meets company standards and to identify development needs, if any
• Conducts and documents required evaluations
• Assists in driver recruitment process
• Conducts and / or participates in monthly safety meetings
• Participates in the development and administration of customer safety awareness programs, and company-sponsored safety programs
• Coordinates with safety and training supervisor to notify drivers of upcoming licenses and / or certificate expiration dates
• Utilizes video and performance data
• Supports safety culture development of CSC
• Becomes a certified evaluator within 3 months
• Provides safe and reliable transportation service by operating a school bus or other location specific vehicle with a fixed or changing route
• Reports to duty on time and maintains route on time but in a safe manner
• Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency
• Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy
• Follows Company Policy around student and / or passenger management
• Informs all appropriate personnel of problems / procedures
• Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times
• Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner
• Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill
• Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment
• Additional responsibilities for our Paratransit Drivers may apply per location
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements Include

• Must be at least 21 years of age or age required by state law
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Be licensed to operate the relevant vehicle over the relevant geographic area and have held this license for at least two years.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under Company policy
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements
• Must complete job-specific assessment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in local language to a level sufficient to read and understand information relevant to driving and to communicate with drivers being evaluated
• Must demonstrate credibility and trustworthiness with drivers and co-workers
• Ability to successfully communicate and coach individuals
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings in order to remain qualified
• Strong sense of personal accountability
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills
• Must meet Company Driver Training, Evaluator, and Coaching standards within 3 months
• Preferred Qualifications (equivalent qualifications from employees of company acquisitions may be considered) :
• Hold Master Driver status
• 2 years accident free driving experience with National Express
• No confirmed customer complaints
• No disciplinary action

No attendance policy violations

Due to the importance of this role, a six month probationary period applies

At National Express our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.