Bus Driver

Floydada ISD; Floydada (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Floydada seeks a part-time Bus Driver to ensure the safe and orderly transportation of students. The ideal candidate must have a valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B) and be 18 years or older. Responsibilities include driving students to school and extracurricular activities, supervising their safety, and ensuring proper vehicle maintenance. This position entails working irregular hours as needed and maintaining communication with teachers and parents regarding student behavior.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students.
• Supervise students while they board and leave the bus.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Report all accidents and vehicle damage.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to operate bus

Knowledge of student discipline procedure

Education

Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

Job description

Bus Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 4954562

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 01, 2013 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to operate bus

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Vehicle Operation

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.

Student Management

• Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

Safety

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
• 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 that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
• Install snow chains during inclement weather.
• Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other

• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
• Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Requirements

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