Bus Driver

Richardson Independent School District; Bensley (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richardson Independent School District seeks a Bus Driver in Support Operations to provide safe, orderly transportation for students and authorized individuals on assigned routes and to designated locations.

This nonexempt position requires a high school education (preferred), a valid Texas driver’s license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, and the ability to pass DOT testing and annual physicals. Training and safety requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass DOT drug and alcohol tests and annual physical.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use maps and GPS to follow routes and locate addresses.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to operate a school bus.

Responsibilities

• Operate school bus and related equipment to transport students and other authorized persons on assigned routes and to designated locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Age 18+

GPS navigation

Route planning

Student behavior management

Effective communication

Operate bus

Safety compliance

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Job description

• Position Type: Support Operations/ Bus Driver
• Date Posted: 2/9/2024
• Location: Support Operations

Job Title:

Bus Driver

Nonexempt/Pay Grade Pay Scale

Reports to:

Transportation Coordinator

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. Perform other job related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

Education:

Equivalent to completion of high school - preferred.

Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must be 18 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
• Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to operate bus

Experience:

None