School Bus Driver Evaluator

Redford, Michigan

Employer: National Express Corp
Industry: Driver US Bus
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
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


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National Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Created: 2024-05-14
Reference: 212356
Country: United States
State: Michigan
City: Redford

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