APPLICANT POOL - Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education

Stockdale (TX)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district is seeking a full-time Bus Driver to safely transport students on designated routes. The candidate will operate a school bus and ensure student safety at all times, including supervision during boarding and disembarking. Applicants must hold a valid Texas commercial driver's license with relevant endorsements, be at least 21 years old, and pass necessary screenings. The position demands effective communication and behaviors management skills, with additional responsibilities such as vehicle inspection and adherence to traffic laws.

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old.
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

Drive bus following assigned route and schedules.
Instruct students on safe behaviors and supervise boarding.
Report all accidents, vehicle damage, and incidents.

Skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Proficient map reading skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements

Tools

Two-way radio

School bus

Job description

APPLICANT POOL - Bus Driver

Stockdale ISD Transportation - Stockdale, Texas
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Job Details

Job ID: 4898583

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 01, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

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: Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Special Knowledge/Skills: Must be 21 years of age
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Proficient map reading skills
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to operate bus

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Vehicle Operation

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering 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.

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 warranted.
Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations 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 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.
Maintain safety certification.

Other

Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (under 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 stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

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