Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Safely operate a school bus to transport students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

Qualifications:

• Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B or Class A with Passenger and School Bus Driver Endorsement)
• Texas School Bus Driver Certification
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to pass bus driver physical exam
• Ability to operate bus safely
• Experience: None required.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Vehicle Operation
• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify shop supervisor of needed repairs, when necessary
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports
• Keep records on bus mileage and number of passengers transported, when needed
• Keep inside of bus clean and request that bus be washed when necessary
• Make sure that a vehicle has enough fuel before taking it out on an extra-curricular trip or regular route
• For extra-curricular trips, when refueling is required, also check engine oil levels and coolant levels
• Student Management
• Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street
• Communicate directly with parents in a timely manner when students cannot correct their behavior on their own while on bus or at a bus stop
• Maintain discipline consistent with school district expectations, as stated in the "Code of Student Conduct on School Buses."
• When necessary, report student discipline problems to the Operations Specialist by completing a written "Bus Conduct Report" in a timely manner
• Instruct students on safe bus riding rules and regulations
• Safety
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses, including local school district policies and procedures
• Before each route or extra-curricular trip, inspect bus by checking tires, lights, brakes, horn, windshield wipers and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflectors
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and immediately inform Director of Transportation, Safety Training Coordinator or shop personnel of any conditions that are not correctable
• Report any hazardous conditions along the route, if it compromises the safety of the transportation operation
• Other
• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office, other buses, and school campuses, only when necessary, following appropriate radio procedures
• Be available to work irregular hours as needed
• Attend and complete required training program to maintain state safety certification
• Perform any other tasks that may be assigned from time to time

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher

Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (25 pounds or less) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

Minimum Hourly Rate: $21