Activity Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Activity School Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Pay Grade: DO 6 - $22.50/hour

Dept./School: Transportation

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To operate district multi-function activity busses in a safe, reliable and efficient manner to meet the needs of the district, the public and the customers served by the district.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Must be 18 years or older

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Meet all state (TEA) qualifications for school bus drivers

Must have a Commercial Driver License- Class A or B with P & S endorsement

Maintain a School Bus Driver Certification

Ability to pass a Texas DOT Medical Examination

Ability to pass a Dexterity Exam

Must have acceptable criminal record and driving record

Thorough knowledge of the Texas Pupil transportation laws, rules and regulations

Ability to communicate effectively in speaking, reading, and writing in English

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Preferred Experience:

1 year school bus transportation or equivalent

Vehicle Operation

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.

Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.

Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs.

Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.

Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

Student Management

Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations.

Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.

Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students.

Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student's behavior when warranted.

Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

Safety

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.

Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.

Install snow chains during inclement weather.

Maintain safety certification.

Other

Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.

Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

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

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Approved by: Donna Cox Date: 1/21/2025

Reviewed by: Jerry Martinez Date: 1/21/2025

Carrollton Farmers Branch Independent School District