Bus Drivers

Job Goal:To transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route(s) and to ensure the safety of the student passengers while in a school vehicle. Qualifications:Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED requiredPossess a valid commercial driver license (Class B or above) with passenger (p) and school bus (s) endorsementsTexas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) School Bus Driver Certification (or the ability to obtain)Possess acceptable driving recordExperience: Two years of experience as a school bus driver preferredSkill Requirements: Ability to read write and speak EnglishAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to effectively manage large groups of studentsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screens as neededAbility to pass annual TxDPS school bus drivers physical examination Performance Responsibilities:Drives a school transportation vehicle within a prescribe route(s) in accordance with time schedules picking up and discharging students at designated operate a special ramp bus; loads and unloads students in wheelchairs on and off bus inspecting wheelchair for operational safety; operates ramp; positions and secures wheelchair in bus. Transports students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed. Maintains order and proper discipline of student passengers according to district policy. Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle needed mechanical repairs when necessary Drive bus to and from extracurricular activitiesPerform and document required pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safetyServices buses with gas diesel fuel and oil; checks and when necessary fills tires and periodical safety drills as required by law completing necessary reports upon request Report any defects or necessary repairs in writing to shop personnelExercise extreme caution when loading and unloading studentsMaintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts Attends various meetings regarding safety first aid and training updates as required Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of Texas Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children Operates a two-way radio Washes bus as described by the district cleaning ProceduresMaintain confidentiality in all aspects of job performance to ensure students right to other duties assigned by supervisor. Demonstrate behavior that is professional ethical and responsible. Physical Effort and Work Environment:Continual sitting reaching bending and repetitive hand required to talk or outside and exposure to extreme temperature (heat and cold) and vehicle position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position.

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