Transportation Trainer

Under general direction of the Director of Transportation for the Bus Transit division, contributes to the mission of Golden Gate Transit by ensuring that Golden Gate Transit has the best possible trained Bus Operators. Instruct Bus Operators for safe operations of vehicles, uniform compliance, and enforcement of District rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Document Bus Operator Students' performance. Must be willing to work shift assignments from Santa Rosa, Novato, San Rafael, or San Francisco Division locations. May be assigned to perform other duties.

*This position is classified as U.S. Department of Transportation - Federal Transit Administration "Safety Sensitive." Under DOT FTA regulations, employees in "Safety Sensitive" positions are subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random and return-to-duty drug and/or alcohol testing.

**The District will invite only those candidates whose qualifications most closely match the position requirements to continue in the selection process.

Applicants must apply online and submit the following documents at the time of application:

• Conductstrainingclassfornewlyhiredbusoperators,includingobstaclecourse,classroomand"over the road" instruction by delivering standardizedcurriculum.
• Develops classroom curriculum, including itinerary, lesson plans, training and testing materials and implement training for newly hired and existing busoperators.
• Acts as designated D.M.V. examiner in the testing and certification of bus operators; or coordinates with D.M.V. to get student operators V.T.T. cards and license conversations.
• Maintains complete and accurate documentation on every facet of training and testing for each student as required and mandated by state and federalgovernments.
• Performs individual evaluations of student operators progress in the trainingprogram.
• ConductsongoingVerificationofTransitTrainingClassesforexistingbusoperatorsandother commercially licensed employees who need to maintain aV.T.T.
• Supervises Bus Operators fitness -for -duty as they report to work, including observing for divergencies from normal behavior patterns, uniform appearance, grooming and possessions of driving credentials and medicalcard.

• Works with the Director of Training and Safety on compliance with D.O.E., D.O.T., and D.M.V. training and documentationrequirements
• Develops and implement minimum standards for bus operatortrainees.
• Monitors progress of trainees and provide periodic counseling and progressevaluation.
• Conducts refresher training for bus operators returning to work after extendedabsence.
• Testifies on training or related fields at bus operator hearings, arbitrations, or trials.

• Re-trains bus operators as directed by disciplinary hearings on accidents or ruleviolations.
• Evaluates new equipment and changes in existing equipment and prepare data to be used as instruction criteria. (This material is distributed to bus operators when training on this equipment) outlines and checklists.

• Compiles and maintain "Training SubjectsManuals."
• Obtains and maintain appropriatecertifications.
• Works with appropriate staff in the recruiting and selection process for bus operators.
• Works with passenger relations and planning department to provide ADA training for persons with disabilities.
• Represents GGT as necessary and assist in the structure and the presentation of the annual Regional BusRoadeo.
• Instructs and monitor operation of G.F.I farebox and radio systems.
• Observes and monitor safe operation of vehicles by riding with operators, contact and correct operators on safety procedures.
• Issues infractions and/or discipline for violations of safety policy and procedures.
• Ensuresemployeesundertheirsupervisionfollowestablishedsafeworkpracticesandobeyallsafety rules.
• Performs driver safety observations by riding on board buses or observing from a moving vehicle or fixed location and provide written reports on these observations; and issues discipline for safety violations observed.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or herjob.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors, and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellentcustomer service.
• Performs additional related duties asassigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

Education and Experience Equivalent to:

• Bachelor's degree in transportation studies, public administration, education, or related field; Additional qualifying position-related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the educationrequirement. A written statement A written statement detailing qualifying experience must be submitted with the application.
• Must have three-years' (3) or more experience as a full-time BusOperator.
• Must have two-years' (2) or more experience of classroom training and/or instruction experience including counseling, coaching, training, motivating and discipliningothers.
• Must have proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Computer aided dispatching software experience ispreferred.

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California Commercial driver's license (class A or class B), with a Passenger and Air Brake Endorsements), and satisfactory drivingrecord.
• Must be able to obtain certification from the Department of Motor Vehicles, to administer the Commercial Drivers' Road Test during probationary period.
• Must be able to obtain Instructor Certification in the Bus Operator Training Course, from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), Transportation Safety Institute (TSI), during probationary period.
• No more than one moving violation and no "at fault" accidents within the last 3years.
• Operates District vehicles on a regular basis.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Reach above your head, bend at the waist, stoop andkneel.
• Sit at computer workstation and use the computer to type reports, manuals,etc.
• Long periods of standing andwalking.
• Must be available to work weekends and nights.

Knowledge of:

• Coaching & Counseling principles and practices.
• Labor and Union workingagreements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Smith System driver safety principles andprocedures.
• Working knowledge of geographic area served and of transit lines and schedules.
• District policies and labor agreement (MOU) provisions.
• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to thisposition.

• Motivate new students and operators returning for re-training.
• Teach driversafety.
• Learn basic mechanics of transit equipment

• Analyze emergency situations accurately and reach decisionsquickly.
• Be enterprising and ingenious in dealing with the students, co-workers, outside agencies and/or the public.
• Write clear, complete, and concise evaluations, operational reports, bulletins, andmemos.
• Communicate in English in both verbal and oral form clearly, concisely, andcorrectly.
• Operate any bus equipment owned and operated by theDistrict.
• Interpret and enforce District policies and labor agreement (MOU) provisions.