Bus Driver

Primary Purpose: Safely transport students and other authorized persons on assigned routes and to and from other designated locations. Qualifications:Certification: High School Diploma or GED Clear and valid class B Texas Commercial Driver License with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements Must be at least 21 years of age Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) alcohol and drug tests upon offer of employment and at random times throughout the school year Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination upon offer of employment and annually Ability to complete required bus driver safety training Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Ability to manage student behavior Ability to communicate effectively with others Ability to operate bus Experience: Commercial driving and / or school bus driving experience preferred. Work Schedule: Four hours per day (2 hours am; 2 hours pm), at least 20 hours per week; plus additional trips 185 days per year Benefits offered TRS eligible position Major Responsibilities and Duties: Vehicle Operation Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities. 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. Maintain records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption and number of passengers transported. Student Management Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street. 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 needed. Perform emergency evacuation of persons riding the bus when the situation warrants. Safety Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflectors. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route. Other Operate and monitor equipment used to communicate with the transportation office. Work irregular hours as needed. Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification status. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher. Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under str

Created: 2026-03-10