26-27 Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

Valid Texas commercial driver's license Class B with "P" Passenger and "S" School Bus endorsements

Must be 21 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 drive a school bus route and operate a bus, as assigned

Good attendance record

Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules

Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities

Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation, completing pre- and post-route inspection(s) and notify mechanics of needed repairs via work order(s)

Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures

Complete required reports

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

Keep assigned bus (regular or spare) clean and fueled

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

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

Maintain discipline. Report student discipline problems to transportation administration via student safety reports

Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations

Maintain accurate seating charts and student rider rosters

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses

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, and reflector

Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately

Report any hazardous conditions along the route

Operate cell phone and/or two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office only when bus is completely stopped and pulled over off of the roadway

Work irregular hours as needed

Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification, including CPR/First Aid

The Transportation Department may assign driver a spare bus, rather than the regularly assigned bus, at their discretion when necessary to ensure proper management of the entire transportation system

Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor