Bus Driver (POOL) 2026-2027

Bus Driver

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 location.

Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B)

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

None.

Follow assigned route and adhere to established

Drive bus to and from extracurricular

Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed

Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical Complete required reports.

Keep assigned bus clean

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

Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on

Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate

Instruct students on safe riding rules

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school

Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, 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 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

Report any hazardous conditions along the

Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation

Work irregular hours as

Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety

Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers

None.

School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher.

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.