School Bus Driver - As Needed (Abilene)

Bus Driver

All Bus Drivers are to ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned routes. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Vehicle Operation

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks and keep supervisory informed of any issues
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Compile required reports
• Perform minor maintenance duties and keep assigned bus clean and fueled

Student Management

• Take student attendance on the school bus
• See that student's board and leave the bus, and cross the street in a safe and orderly manner.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations
• Maintain discipline; Communicate with teachers and parents on a regular basis regarding student behavior while on bus

Safety

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses
• Maintain all emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately
• Install snow chains during inclement weather

Other

• Properly communicate with transportation office
• Operate bus during irregular hours as needed
• Keep safety certification current through training programs required
• Be honest, trustworthy and respectful
• Demonstrate sound work ethics and cultural sensitivity
• Be flexible

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License and outstanding driving record
• Must possess a valid Texas School Bus Driving Safety certificate
• Must have an up to date medical physical

Required Knowledge of:

• Highway and school bus regulations
• How to deal with the various needs of children
• Scheduling and record keeping system

Required Skill in:

• Analytical and problem solving
• Time management
• Effective listening, verbal and written communication skills

Work requires sitting for long periods of time. Intense concentration is required, particularly in poor driving conditions.