Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Dept./School: Transportation

Primary Purpose:

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned routes. Operate school buses that transport students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas License (Class B with P and S Endorsement)

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

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Vehicle Operation:

1. Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
2. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
3. Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of needed repairs.
4. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
5. Keep assigned to the bus clean and fueled.
6. Student Management:
7. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
8. Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on the bus.
9. Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to the appropriate administrator.
10. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

Safety:

1. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
2. Inspect the bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure the bus can be operated safely before driving.
3. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector.
4. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
5. Install snow chains during inclement weather.
6. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other:

1. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with the transportation office.
2. Work irregular hours as needed.
3. Attend and complete the required training program to maintain safety certification.
4. Document bus mileage, gas, and oil consumption, and the number of passengers transported.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

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

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental 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.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.