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Hiring Immediately - Bus Drill Coordinator
Transdev Services, Inc. is seeking a Bus Drill Coordinator for its Boston Public Schools transportation contract. The Bus Drill Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that Transdev Services, Inc., and Boston Public Schools Department of Transportation are compliant with state requirements for school bus evacuation drills. The Bus Drill Coordinator's primary responsibilities will include developing and maintaining a curriculum and materials for school bus evacuation drills; scheduling, coordinating, and administering school bus evacuation drills with all schools serviced by BPS; and tracking and reporting on compliance with these drills under state law on a weekly basis.
Come join the largest private-sector operator of public transportation in North America, one that cares about its employees, passengers, and their communities.
Why Work With Us?

• $31.51 hourly pay rate!
• Full time employment with work year-round - not just during the school year!
• Medical, Dental and Vision!
• Short/long term disability and life insurance!
• Holiday pay!
• Paid time off!
• 401(K) with a Company match!
• Employee assistance program!
• Ability to advance your career!

Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains a curriculum and associated supporting materials on school bus evacuation drills.
• Coordinates with the Safety and Training Department, BPS DOT, and the individual school staff to schedule and assign the necessary resources to conduct said drills.
• Conducts school bus evacuation drills at each school location in accordance with Massachusetts law, including educating students, staff, faculty, support personnel, school bus drivers, and other relevant personnel.
• Completes weekly reports on progress towards annual goals.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs the duties of a School Bus Safety Trainer as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent, (G.E.D.).
• Must have a valid Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts School Bus Certificate.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts School Bus Instructor Certificate.
• Must have a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.
• An excellent motor vehicle record must be maintained.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Preferred:

• College degree preferred.

Experience Required:

• Two (2) years of experience in student transportation operations.

Experience Preferred:

• School Bus Driver training experience preferred.
• Adult instruction experience preferred.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with regulatory agencies, community organizations, and others.
• Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers on all levels and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs. Ability to utilize other programs such as WebRisk, LYTX, DriveCam, Power BI, and e-Learning.
• Must be highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while exceeding established goals and objectives.
• Must be able to demonstrate poise, tact, diplomacy, and possess good judgment and discretion.
• Must possess ability to lead and motivate others.
• Must be able to retrieve, generate, and process information in databases.
• Must be detail oriented and possess effective time management skills.
• Must be able to work as a member of the team and model safe behavior to others.
• Ability to work with employees to resolve issues, to enhance their professional growth, and to ensure safety compliance.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Must become familiar with the transportation service area.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must submit to, with satisfactory results, a drug testing and a criminal background check including fingerprinting.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by the employee to successful perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• 20% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
• Indoor work is accomplished in an office or a in a cubicle space equipped with a computer.
• 80% of work is accomplished outdoors in various weather conditions, on or near vehicles, on and off Company property.
• Must be able to maintain a presence at company locations and in the field.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Considerable use of the arms, repetitive hand-wrist motion, much walking, stooping, reaching, climbing, lifting, balancing, and handling of materials.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes, and noise.
• Must be able to travel for Company training, meetings, or support missions.
• Travel requirement (as a percent): 80% travel between property locations and for bus drills, meetings, and outside training.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the environment is moderate.
The job requirements and duties outlined in this document may be subject to change to meet the needs of each property location.
Drug-free workplace:
Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the Unites States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
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Job Category: Operations Support
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 8096
Pay Group: ALA
Cost Center: 604
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
About Transdev
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.