2026-2027 Bus Driver Trainee

Bus Driver Trainee

Actively seeking to become CDL certified school bus driver. Serve as a bus monitor until eligible to drive a school bus. Attend required bus driver training sessions as required by trainer or supervisor.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Must be at least 18 years of age

Valid Texas Driver's License and ability to obtain Texas Commercial Driver's License, Class B, (P) Passenger and (S) School Bus Endorsements within 60 days

Maintain an acceptable MVR - Motor Vehicle Report, in accordance with the Texas school bus driving record eval

Must pass annual mental and physical exams required by Texas DPS

Must attend in-service training classes and safety meetings

Must meet all LPISD hiring criteria, including background screening that meets hiring eligibility

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Attend all school bus driver training as required by trainer or supervisor
• Complete Texas CDL written exams to obtain Commercial Driver's License Permit
• Successfully complete behind-the-wheel instruction and subsequently pass Texas DPS skills and driving
• Pre-trip bus & emergency equipment inspection prior to leaving lot for every bus run/trip, including a proper air brake inspection
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries and mechanical failures
• Complete all required reports in a timely manner
• Participate in head counts and roll calls as needed and complete required reports
• Supervise students while they board the bus, are on the bus and as they leave the bus
• Ensure students are crossing the street in accordance with district expectations
• Communicate with teachers and parents as needed regarding student behavior while on the bus
• Maintain/Report student discipline issues according to transportation policy (verbal warnings, phone calls, write-ups)
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school and report any hazardous conditions along the route
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that can cause an accident and inform supervisor of any items that cannot be corrected
• Operate two-way radio equipment in accordance with departmental policy
• Work irregular hours as needed
• Attend and complete required training programs and maintain all necessary certifications and license
• Perform any duties that may be assigned by the director or supervisor, up to and including extra runs, as needed

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing and sitting; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise and vehicle fumes; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; may work irregular or prolonged hours

Apply online at lpisd.org and attach your resume to the application. Three current references must be received. These references must include your current supervisor.

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Apply online by completing the Manual Trades Licensed application at

Pay Grade: Manual Trades Pay Grade 3, 180 Days

6 Hour/Day Assignment

Applicants with "0" experience start at the minimum:

Minimum $14.10/hourly

Midpoint $16.94/hourly

Maximum $19.77/hourly