Bus Driver Pool

Bus Driver

This position will be committed to the safe operation of a school bus to transport students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

Qualifications:

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B-CDL) or willing to obtain
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to operate a school bus
• Ability to complete and maintain all required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Knowledge of district student discipline procedures
• Ability to manage student behavior

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned routes and extracurricular activities.
• Follow assigned routes and adhere to established schedules.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Report any hazardous conditions on the route to the transportation office.
• Inspect the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation. Driver must write up any needed repairs and submit the form to the "repairs needed box."
• Report accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries and mechanical failures to the transportation office immediately.
• Driver must log correct number of passengers transported on every trip.
• Keep assigned bus clean (inside and outside).
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment (first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, etc.).
• Supervise students during the loading/unloading process and while crossing the street.
• Communicate and report any student behavior concerns to the transportation office unless an emergency situation requires immediate reporting to the appropriate campus.
• Maintain proper levels of student management on the bus.
• Attend and successfully complete all required training programs.
• Keep abreast of innovative practices.
• Be adaptable and flexible in acceptance of changes in techniques and procedures.
• Maintain a professional level of confidentiality regarding all district matters.
• Support the goals and objectives of the district and follow district policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress