Bus Driver

Kaufman Independent School Dst; Kaufman (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman Independent School Dst is seeking a dedicated school bus driver in Kaufman, Texas. The ideal candidate will ensure safe and orderly transportation of students, operate a school bus under various conditions, and maintain discipline. Qualifications include a valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B), satisfactory driving record, and the ability to manage student behavior. This role entails following established routes and schedules, conducting vehicle inspections, and managing emergencies effectively.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory driving record.
• Willing to complete requirements for safety and health checks.
• Pass alcohol and drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe transportation of students on assigned route.
• Operate school bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Report accidents, vehicle damage, and mechanical failures.

Skills

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

Education

Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

Completion of bus driver safety course

CPR/first aide training

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, body fluid kit, fire extinguisher, and reflectors.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
• Maintain seating charts for students.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities (field trips).
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Complete monthly student count and mileage report.
• Operate two‑way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Working Conditions

Mental demands/physical demands/environmental factors

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Climbs in and out of the bus 6-16 times per day.
• Operates within the district in all temperature conditions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

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

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• Satisfactory driving record
• Wiling to complete reuirements for the follwoing if not previously satisfied
• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)
• Pass alcohol and drug test
• Satisfactory restults of fingerprinting and criminal history check.
• Satisfactory completion of a physical, bus driver safety course, and CPR/first aide training.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Must be 121 years of age
• 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