Bus Driver

School Bus DriverJob Goal: To transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route(s) and to ensure the safety of the student passengers while in a school vehicle.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED requiredPossess a valid commercial driver license (Class B or above) with passenger (p) and school bus (s) endorsementsTexas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) School Bus Driver Certification (or the ability to obtain)Possess acceptable driving recordExperience:Two years of experience as a school bus driver preferredSkill Requirements:Ability to read, write, and speak EnglishAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to effectively manage large groups of studentsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screens, as neededAbility to pass annual TxDPS school bus driver's physical examinationPerformance Responsibilities:Drives a school transportation vehicle within a prescribe route(s) in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students at designated stops.May operate a special ramp bus; loads and unloads students in wheelchairs on and off bus, inspecting wheelchair for operational safety; operates ramp; positions and secures wheelchair in bus.Transports students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed.Maintains order and proper discipline of student passengers according to district policy.Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily.Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessaryDrive bus to and from extracurricular activitiesPerform and document required pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safetyServices buses with gas, diesel fuel, and oil; checks and when necessary, fills tires and batteries.Performs periodical safety drills as required by law, completing necessary reports upon requestReport any defects or necessary repairs in writing to shop personnelExercise extreme caution when loading and unloading studentsMaintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating conditionCompletes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger countsAttends various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as requiredAttends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of Texas Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school childrenOperates a two-way radioWashes bus as described by the district cleaning ProceduresMaintain confidentiality in all aspects of job performance to ensure students' right to privacy.Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.Physical Effort and Work Environment:Continual sitting, reaching, bending, and repetitive hand motions.Frequently required to talk or hear.Work outside and inside.Moderate exposure to extreme temperature (heat and cold) and vehicle fumes.This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids.Regular attendance is required for this position.