Transportation Bus Driver/Bus Driver Trainee

Bus Driver TraineeStarting hourly rate Drivers w/CDL and endorsements: $18.65 per hour Bus Driver Trainee: $12.00 per hourReports To: Asst. Director - Personnel Wage / Hour Status: Non-Exempt Dept. / School: Transportation Date Revised: 9/2025Primary PurposeTo provide safe, efficient and courteous transportation service to the students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.Education/CertificationCommercial Driver's License Permit for Class B with P,S endorsement or will have it within 30 days of hireHigh School Diploma or equivalencySpecial Knowledge/SkillsLearn to operate all of BISD automobiles in a safe and effective mannerAbility to follow written and verbal instructions in EnglishAbility to manage students in a safe and appropriate transportation environmentAbility to communicate effectively orally and in written formAbility to act as a bus aide if neededMust like and have a genuine concern for the safety of children and young adultsMust safely fit behind the steering wheel of all BISD vehicles without obstructing the movement of the steering wheelExperienceMust be at least 21 years of ageClean driver record for past 3 years with no more the 6 pointsPerformance ResponsibilitiesAlign the major functions of the assignment with district goals such that all students succeed.Bus Driver Trainee Duties1. Check in with trainer or dispatcher before each shift. When Operations receives information that a student is or is not going to school, they will make note of message and record same on check-in sheet or notify driver by radio. In the event the driver receives similar information; whether from school, parent or radio, etc., it is the responsibility of the driver to advise Operations.2. Transport students to and from school in a white fleet vehicle requiring while observing all traffic laws and safety regulations and adhering to established schedules.3. Learn how to maintain records necessary for local and state reporting.4. Responsible for preventive care of assigned automobiles, including keeping vehicle clean and fueled.5. Maintain current route maps and folders. It is the driver's responsibility to maintain current folder schedule time and have all changes approved by the supervisor.6. Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections before and after each run and submit work orders for needed repairs. Properly operate communication equipment. 7. Assist students in loading and unloading. 8. Maintain accurate time checks and student counts as required. 9. Identify by name all of the students who ride the bus. 10. Demonstrate bus evacuation to students on bus as needed. 11. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, and student injuries, and complete required reports as needed. 12. Ability to evacuate the bus from any emergency exit safely and in a timely manner.Other Duties13. Recognize and report evidence of abuse and neglect.14. Communicate with schools, the public, and students in such manner as to encourage their cooperation and respect.15. Physically access and operate all emergency equipment as needed, including emergency exits; front, rear, and side emergency doors; roof hatches; and emergency windows. In case of emergency, immediately assists passengers regardless of location in the vehicle.16. Regular attendance.17. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.Equipment UsedDistrict vehicle, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs) fire extinguisher, wheelchair lifts, fire blanket, radio, etc.Working ConditionsPossess mental maturity and emotional stability to operate vehicle safely with distractions from sometimes loud and boisterous students.Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Walking - move about on foot. Carrying - transporting an object by hand.Crouching - bending the body downward and forward by bending the knees and spine. Climbing - ascending and descending the stairs. Lifting - able to lift 25 - 40 lbs. Kneeling - bending legs at the knees to come to rest on the knees. Pulling - able to exert force upon an object so the object moves toward the force (including jerking). Pushing - exerting force upon an object so the object moves away from the force. Reaching - ability to extend hands and arms in any direction. Bending - ability to move at the waist downward and upward with reasonable mobility. Required to use a Bio- Kit and may be exposed to bodily fluids and other contagions. Exposure to extreme weather conditions and fluctuations in temperature.Bryan ISD is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, martial or veteran status, medical condition, or disability, or any other legally protected reason.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.Reviewed by Date Employee Signature Date SC 8410 4/1/19