BUS DRIVER

Bus DriverEnsure safe and orderly transportation of students and other personnel on assigned route to and from schools or other designated locations.Qualifications:Minimum Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalentValid Texas CDL with passenger and student endorsementsValid Texas School Bus Driver CertificationAbility to successfully complete require bus driver safety training and physical examinationAbility to pass alcohol and drug testAbility to manage student behaviorAbility to verbally communicate on two way radioAbility to effectively communicate in English (read, write and speak)Demonstrate problem solving abilitiesKnowledge of routes and campusesKnowledge of student discipline proceduresMaintain a criminal background which meets all local school district, state and federal requirementsAbility to interpret schedules, forms and mapsAbility to make critical decisions during pressure situationsAbility to multitaskMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Vehicle Operation:Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of needed repairs.Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures.Complete required reports.Keep the assigned bus clean and fueled.Assist in the preventative maintenance of the bus.Student Management:Supervise assigned route and adhere to established schedules.Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on the bus.Maintain discipline; document and report student discipline problems to the supervisor.Instruct students on safe riding rules, regulations and proper evacuation techniques.Safety:Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and use effective defensive driving techniques.Observe all emergency and accident scene procedures.Perform appropriate first aid to the victim of an accident or sudden illness until the service of a health professional can be obtained.Inspect the bus and document the Pre-Trip/Post-Trip checklist to ensure the bus can be operated safely.Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar and reflector.Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.Other:Operate all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and use effective defensive driving techniques.Work irregular hours as needed.Attend and successfully complete all required training to maintain safety certification.Keep records on bus mileage, seat assignment and number of passengers transported.Other duties as assigned.