Bus Driver @ Transportation Department

2025-2026 Bus Driver @ Transportation Department

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Valid Class B - CDL Drivers' License with "P" and "S" endorsements
• Must successfully complete TEA School Bus Driver certification class

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must submit to prescribed DOT drug testing program
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Must be insurable under fleet policy restrictions
• Must have an annual physical examination
• Able to perform occasional physical labor
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to use maps and other systems to follow routes and locate addresses
• Able to manage student behavior
• Able to communicate effectively with others
• Able to operate the bus

Experience:

• None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Vehicle Operation

• Operate the vehicle in a safe, efficient manner while following the assigned route, exactly as written and adhering to established schedules.
• Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

Student Management

• Communicate with the schools, students and community in a positive manner as to encourage their cooperation and respect.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.
• Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student's behavior when warranted.
• Help students with disabilities get on and off bus according to their individual needs.

Safety

• Attend safety, certification and defensive driving courses as required.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
• Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.

Reports and Correspondence

• Cooperate with staff personnel by providing all paperwork required; such as registers and reports regarding students and vehicles.
• Provide written reports and discuss with supervisors all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries and student behavior.
• Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports.

Other

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Evaluation

• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of Manual Trades - Transportation Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; district vehicle

Posture: Prolonged standing, kneeling/squatting bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions over, in and under vehicles

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; regular grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent quick movements in small areas

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-50 pounds)

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery, hard or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days: 177

Pay Grade: MS05

2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $19.90 Mid. $21.49 Max. $24.96 (Based on previous experience)

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.