Job Summary: The Safety Director is committed to effectively performing office and safety tasks that ensure operations run safely and smoothly. The Safety Director oversees CDL driver certification and recertification training programs. Conducts special training classes; provides guidance, direction, and information pertaining to safety of drivers; identifies safety concerns and provides suggestions.Duties / Responsibilities:
- Provide safety training and support to employees and personnel to ensure compliance with School Bus Certification at each location.
- Oversee storage tanks
- Oversee OSHA regulations.
- Oversee CDL testing and DOL regulations.
- Track all accidents and ensure reports are completed correctly.
- Is the contact regarding accidents to insurance providers.
- Ensure the scheduling of the accident review board meeting and attends each.
- Identify safety training needs and objectives and provides input for safety consideration.
- Conduct safety meetings at each location on a bi-monthly schedule or when needed.
- Oversee driver evaluations and ensure accuracy and completion of testing schedules and training programs.
- Submit driver evaluation reports monthly, to Director of Operations.
- Ensure School Bus Evacuations are scheduled and performed at each District and receive written notification that evacuations where completed; twice yearly.
- Checks stop requests or changes and follows up with recommendation to operations manager.
- Conduct classes for drivers and monitors of Head Start routes and Special Ed routes.
- Drive school bus routes when needed to ensure drivers are following routes and in compliance.
- Physical observation of drivers to ensure proper safety procedures are being followed.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- CDL License required with P & S endorsements.
- Knowledge of CDL regulations, training, communication of office procedures.
- Knowledge of CDL regulations, training, communication of office procedures.
- Knowledge of surrounding area.
- Knowledge of dispatch systems.
Education and Experience:
- 3-5 years related experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods driving the school bus or sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Travel 30%