Bus Driver Pool
Rio Grande City School District
QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification:
Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B) Special Knowledge/Skills:
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 operate bus PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations. REPORTS TO: Coordinator for Transportation MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Vehicle Operation 1. Follows assigned route and adhere to established schedules. 2. Drives bus to and from extracurricular activities.
3. Checks bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notifies supervisor of needed repairs. 4. Reports all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Completes required reports. 5. Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported. 6. Keeps assigned bus clean and fueled. Student Management 7. Supervises students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street. 8. Communicates with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus. 9. Maintains discipline; reports students discipline problems to appropriate administrator. 10. Instructs students on safe riding rules and regulations. Safety 11. Observes all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses. 12. Inspects bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving. 13. Insures proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector. 14. Corrects unsafe conditions in work area that cause an accident and informs supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately. 15. Installs snow chains during inclement weather. 16. Reports any hazardous conditions along the route. Other 17. Operates two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office. 18. Works irregular hours as needed. 19. Attends and completes required training program to maintain safety certification. 20. Performs related duties assigned by supervisor. Working Condition: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:
Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions.
Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.
Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B) Special Knowledge/Skills:
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 operate bus PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations. REPORTS TO: Coordinator for Transportation MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Vehicle Operation 1. Follows assigned route and adhere to established schedules. 2. Drives bus to and from extracurricular activities.
3. Checks bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notifies supervisor of needed repairs. 4. Reports all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Completes required reports. 5. Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported. 6. Keeps assigned bus clean and fueled. Student Management 7. Supervises students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street. 8. Communicates with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus. 9. Maintains discipline; reports students discipline problems to appropriate administrator. 10. Instructs students on safe riding rules and regulations. Safety 11. Observes all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses. 12. Inspects bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving. 13. Insures proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector. 14. Corrects unsafe conditions in work area that cause an accident and informs supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately. 15. Installs snow chains during inclement weather. 16. Reports any hazardous conditions along the route. Other 17. Operates two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office. 18. Works irregular hours as needed. 19. Attends and completes required training program to maintain safety certification. 20. Performs related duties assigned by supervisor. Working Condition: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:
Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions.
Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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